Bus Driver and (Maintenance or Custodian)

ELMWOOD PARK BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

ELMWOOD PARK BOARD OF EDUCATION SCHOOL DISTRICT in Elmwood Park, NJ, is seeking a qualified candidate for a position that requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement. The role involves effective communication, organizational skills, and performing maintenance tasks within school facilities. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably previous cleaning maintenance experience. This position offers a chance to work closely with students, teachers, and staff in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement required.
• Knowledge of all traffic laws, regulations, and related information.
• Ability to handle cleaning and maintenance tasks in school settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of the bus.
• Provide custodial assistance to students, teachers, and visitors.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B

Knowledge of traffic laws and regulations

Effective communication skills

Organizational and problem-solving skills

Ability to maintain composure under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent education

Job description

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement.
• Knowledge of all traffic laws, regulations, road signs and related information.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to operate the bus, conduct pre-trip inspections, and clean the bus.
• Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and comprehend information from procedures manuals and other materials; ability to comprehend and follow traffic signs required.
• Ability to physically move through the bus, center and classrooms.
• Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure and in cases of accidents or other emergencies.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
• Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Business Manager, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.
• Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Qualifications Profile

• Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.