Bus Driver

Vermilionschools; Vermilion (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermilion Local Schools is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure safe transportation of students. Responsibilities include vehicle maintenance, adherence to safety regulations, and maintaining discipline. Ideal candidates should possess a High School Diploma, a valid CDL, and enjoy working with children.

Benefits

Paid training

Union benefits

Qualifications

• Completion of pre-employment driver’s training and ability to pass a physical examination.
• Able to relate to students in a warm and positive manner.
• Pass mandated criminal records check and required drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper vehicle maintenance and safety.
• Maintain order among students while on the bus.
• Obey all traffic laws and observe safety regulations.

Skills

Vehicle Maintenance

Safety Regulations

Discipline Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus Drivers Certification

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Vermilion Local Schools

Position Type:
Support Staff/ Bus Driver

Date Posted:
1/14/2025

Location:
Bus Garage

VERMILION LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
BUS DRIVER
JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Bus Driver Classified- OAPSE Union

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

Starting pay - Based on experience $19.07 - $23.45 hr.
Training starting pay $15.50/hr.
Paid training by VLSD

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Contract length will be established by the number of pupil days.The number and length of day will vary in relation to the route.

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Theschool bus driver's responsibilitiesinclude ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, observing safety and traffic rules, and maintaining order among students while they are on thebus. To be successful as aschool bus driveryou should enjoy working with children and strictly observe passenger transport regulations.

QUALIFICATION:
1. High School Diploma or GED
2. Completion of pre-employment driver’s training and ability to pass a physical examination.
3. Holder of a valid Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus Drivers Certification
4. Able to meet and work with the general public
5. Able to relate to students in a warm and positive manner
6. Completion of basic bus drivers training within one year;
7. Pass mandated criminal records check, required drug testing and other tests as required
8. Able to meet standards and be certified by the Erie-Huron-Ottawa Educational Service Center.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Obey all traffic laws.
2. Observe all safety regulations for busing of students.
3. Be familiar with the School Bus Handbook for parents and students printed by the Board of Education, and enforce same.
4. Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.
5. Keep assigned bus clean and sanitary.
6. Check assigned bus at end of each run for sleeping students and turn the card in the rear window to indicate that the bus is empty.
7. Check bus before and after each operation for mechanical defects and report same to Transportation Supervisor or Assistant Transportation Supervisor.
8. Keep to assigned schedule, route and stops. Do not vary from assigned schedule unless authorized by the Supervisor, or in case of emergency.
9. Complete all reports and forms as required.
10. Keep an accurate and up-to-date list of students and maps of route and stops on the bus or in the bus pocket at all times.
11. Keep bus driver handbook up-to-date and in good condition at all time.
12. Report all accidents immediately and complete all forms required.
13. Report any absence or lateness from work to the Supervisor at the earliest possible time so that a substitute can be obtained.
14. The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance abuse in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.
15. Perform other related duties as assigned.

EVALUATION: Evaluation will be done on an annual basis until a continuing contract is awarded, and every two years thereafter.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed.The Bus Driver will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required.




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