Bus Driver

Ann Arbor Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Ypsilanti Community Schools Transportation Department is hiring Bus Drivers to transport students to and from school and other sites on designated routes, ensuring safety and punctuality.

Responsibilities include pre- and post-trip inspections, enforcing safety rules, working with the transportation team, and reporting any mechanical defects. Wheelchair buses may be assigned, reflecting a commitment to safe, inclusive student transportation.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan CDL license.
• Knowledge of first aid.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical.
• Ability to pass a DOT drug and alcohol test.
• Maintain Michigan certification for ongoing education.
• Possession of a clean background check.
• Possession of a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Obtain a CDL license and maintain credentials.
• Operate school bus on routes or field trips.
• Maintain excellent attendance.
• Enforce student safety and management.
• Work well with transportation team.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Enforce safety rules for students.
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections.
• Attend safety meetings and community events.
• Report mechanical defects.

Skills

Michigan CDL License

First Aid Knowledge

DOT Physical

DOT Drug & Alcohol Test

Ongoing Education Certification

Clean Background Check

Clean Driving Record

Job description

Ypsilanti Community Schools

Transportation Department

Position Title: Bus Drivers

Building: District-Wide

Reports to: Transportation Director and/or designee

Hourly Rate: $23.83 ($24.08 after 90 day probationary period)

District Description

Ypsilanti Community Schools is a small urban district conveniently centered around the major freeways (I-94 & US-23) within 5 minutes of Eastern Michigan University, 15 minutes from the University of Michigan. We have approximately 3,900 students, 3 Early Childhood Learning Centers, 1 International Baccalaureate with Prek-5, 3 Elementaries, 1 Middle School, and 1 High School which features 2 programs within the building STEM and AC Tech, and 1 Alternative Education building (ACCE). YCS is a systemic reconfiguration Blueprint District which aims to dramatically improve student learning in a short amount of time, anchoring a culture of collective responsibility that is collegial, collaborative, and professional. It aims to ground a safe, orderly and respectful environment for all students that promote excellence.

Position Description

To transport students to and from school and other sites within designated route(s) and to ensure the safety of the student passengers while in a school vehicle. Employees in this classification receive general supervision within a framework of standard policies and procedures. This job class is responsible for the safe operation of a school bus and for ensuring the safety of student passengers while meeting established bus schedules. Drivers may be assigned to drive wheelchair buses.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Michigan CDL License
• Knowledge of first aid
• Ability to pass a DOT physical
• Ability to pass a DOT drug and alcohol test
• Maintain a Michigan certification for ongoing education
• Possession of a clean background check
• Possession of a clean driving record

Position Responsibilities

• Obtain a CDL license and maintain state and federal credentials
• Operate school bus on school routes or field trips
• Maintain excellent attendance
• Enforce, empower, and implement student safety and management
• Work well with transportation team
• Maintain vehicles cleanliness
• Enforce safety rules for students
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections
• Attend safety meetings and community events
• Report any mechanical defects

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, immigration status, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any legally protected category not otherwise listed, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.