Bus Driver

Pratt Community College; Pratt (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Community College is seeking a Bus Driver to transport students, staff and visitors to off-campus locations, including events, while following strict schedules and safety rules.

You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, keep the vehicle clean, report property damage, and adhere to time estimates. Evening, weekend, and some overnight travel are required; a valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, clean driving record, and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus endorsements required.
• Clean driving record.
• Must be 25 years of age or older.
• Ability to communicate with employees and students.
• Experience performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Ability to transport passengers safely and follow routes on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Drive PCC buses as needed; some overnight travel.
• Report all damage to college property.
• Serve the College and its customers professionally.

Skills

CDL with P and School Bus endorsements

Clean driving record

Punctual and dependable

Effective communication

Pre-trip / post-trip inspections

Route adherence and time management

Reading and following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

General Description and Purpose

Responsible for transporting students, staff and visitors to off-campus locations, for student activities and other events, following strict schedules and safety regulations. Must maintain the vehicle for cleanliness, perform safety inspections, and provide polite, professional service to a diverse community.

Primary Functions/Responsibilities

• 1. Drive PCC buses as needed. Some overnight travel is required.
• 2. Report all damage of college property.
• 3. Serve the College and its customers in a professional and congenial manner.

Coordination and Accountability Tasks

Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Finance and Operations.

Supervises the Following Staff

None

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and other Characteristics

• 1. Valid drivers license with CDL, passenger and air brake endorsements requiring seating of seating of 10 or more people
• 2. Clean driving record.
• 3. 25 years of age.
• 4. Punctual and dependable.
• 5. Ability to communicate with other employees and students.
• 6. Performing pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• 7. Transporting passengers safely to and from destinations.
• 8. Reporting of logs, mileage reports, and incident/accident reports.
• 9. Must be able to follow a designated route and maintain strict time schedules.
• 10. Drive bus safely in various weather and traffic conditions.
• 11. Able to read and understand instructions.

Experience

Experience in driving a bus or other vehicle that requires a CDL

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Certifications and/or Licensure

• 1. CDL requiring a Passenger (P) and school Bus endorsement.
• 2. Frist Aid/CPR Certification

Work Conditions/Environment

• 1. Work weekends and nights with overnight travel
• 2. Prolonged sitting while driving

Other

Position requires evening and weekend work