Bus Driver

Kingman Unified School District 20

United States

On-site

USD 20,741 - 29,540

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A local educational organization is seeking a full-time bus driver to transport students safely. The candidate must have a Class B Commercial Driver’s License and be able to comply with safety regulations. Responsibilities include managing student behavior on the bus and ensuring safety during transport. The position offers competitive pay at $18.25 per hour with flexible working hours, making it ideal for individuals who enjoy working with students and are committed to safety standards.

Qualifications

School bus and/or commercial driving experience preferred.
Must have a Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
Training for CPR/First Aid is provided.

Responsibilities

Transport students safely to and from school and activities.
Maintain discipline and manage safety regulations on the bus.
Check for mechanical and safety defects before operation.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work with students of various age levels

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Class B Commercial Driver’s License

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Summary/Objective

To transport students to and from school and on activity trips in a safe and efficient manner.

Essential Functions

Responds to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly and patient manner
Obeys all traffic laws and enforces all bus regulations
Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses
May administer emergency first-aid
Maintains discipline when students are on the bus
Reports unruly students to proper authorities
Keeps bus or other assigned vehicle clean
Runs assigned schedule efficiently, varying only after consultation with Transportation Supervisor
Checks bus prior to operation for mechanical and safety defects
Notifies proper authority of mechanical and safety device failures
Transports only authorized students and student supervisors
Reports all accidents to proper authorities and completes required reports
Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all policies, regulations, and rules
Performs related duties as assigned in a safe and prudent manner.

Other Duties

This job description is not a comprehensive listing of duties, responsibilities, or activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Ability to work with students at various age levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The job operates in buses and the Transportation Department.

Physical Demands

Regularly required to see, talk and hear
Continuously sit
Continuously drive
Frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk
Frequently reach above the head and forward
Frequently use hand strength to grasp equipment or students
Regularly walk or stand
Regularly lift and/or move up to 30 pounds and push/pull up to 125 pounds, such as a student in a wheelchair
Regularly work in temperature above 100 degrees or below 32 degrees.
Use specific vision such as close vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a 9-month, varied hour position. The employee will work Monday through Thursday and half days on Fridays. The employee must have the availability and ability to work flexible hours, including split shifts. Extended work hours may occasionally be required.

Required Education and Experience

None

Preferred Experience

School bus and/or commercial driving experience preferred

High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Certifications/Licenses

Class B Commercial Driver’s License and state bus driver’s certificate must be obtained within 30 days of hire
Behind the Wheel classroom training is provided for Class B CDL, P & S endorsements
CPR/First Aid – Training is provided
Birth Certificate to obtain CDL driver’s license in Arizona
Arizona Department of Transportation physical and federal drug and alcohol test

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card with an IVP number through the Arizona Department of Public Safety
Department of Motor Vehicle driving record for the previous 39 months
Must be able to pass an Arizona Department of Transportation physical
Must be able to pass a federal drug and alcohol test
Must register with the FMCSA Drug Clearinghouse

You will be required to provide a minimum of two references with emails during the application process.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $18.25 to $18.25 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

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