Bus Driver - Full Time (Open Until Filled)

FREMONT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT #21

Fort Washakie (WY)

On-site

USD 22,000 - 30,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Fremont County School District 21 is seeking a reliable Bus Driver to transport students on scheduled routes and field trips. The role requires maintaining safety during loading, unloading, and transit, with responsibility for pre-trip inspections and communicating with the dispatcher.

Applicants should hold a CDL with bus endorsement and CPR/First Aid certificates. High school diploma or equivalent is required; the position reports to the Transportation supervisor and may involve snow removal

Qualifications

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
CDL with bus endorsement is required.
CPR and First Aid certificates preferred/required.
Ability to communicate clearly and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

Advises students and passengers on behavior for safety.
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus.
Transport students on scheduled routes and field trips.
Maintains safe loading/unloading and oversees passenger safety.

Skills

Student safety

Safety practices

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with bus endorsement

CPR certificate

First Aid certificate

Tools

Two-way radio

Job description

Purpose Statement

The job of Bus Driver is done for the purpose/s of providing transportation services as assigned; transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to and from special excursions; ensuring vehicle is in a safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading, and unloading from buses.

Fremont County School District 21

Bus Driver

Purpose Statement

This job reports to Transportation supervisor

Essential Functions

Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established guidelines and maintaining passenger safety.
Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g., road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.
Assists students and other passengers for the purpose of providing safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.
Assists with site snow removal for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.
Attends meetings, in-service trainings, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
Conducts emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements.
Drives school bus/s for the purpose of transporting passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner.
Fuels assigned vehicle (e.g., oil, water, fuel, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining vehicle in a safe operating condition.
Informs other school personnel and parents of events, policies and/or practices (e.g., scheduled stops, established routes, route conditions, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or clarification of procedures.
Informs students and other site personnel for the purpose of providing information and direction regarding activities, safety issues and/or proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Inspects vehicles for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition and identifying necessary repairs to vehicles and equipment.
Monitors students and staff in and around vehicles for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring safety.
Monitors students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of ensuring the safe transportation of all passengers.
Operates two-way radio in an efficient and effective manner for the purpose of communicating with the bus dispatcher.
Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g., fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.
Prepares written materials (e.g., supply requisitions, safety inspections, work orders, time sheets, field trip reports, inspection records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or relating activities to administration for actions.
Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel for their action.
Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge And Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in transportation of students and personnel; and adhering to safety practices.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job to include: operating equipment used in transportation of students and personnel; safety practices and procedures.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific Ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the jobs functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling some climbing and balancing frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 85% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience:

Job related experience is desired.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Equivalency:

Required Testing: Drug test

Certificates And Licenses:

CDL with bus endorsement

CPR Certificate

Driver's License & Evidence of Insurability

First Aid Certificate

Continuing Education/Training