Bus Driver - Part Time - Route Only

THATCHER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #4; Thatcher (AZ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

THATCHER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #4 in Thatcher, AZ seeks an hourly bus driver to operate activity routes and accompany students on out-of-town trips. Starting pay is $18.84 per hour, with a 25–29 hour workweek and reporting to the Transportation Supervisor.

The role requires a clean driving record, a valid CDL with endorsements, ability to pass a physical exam and state training, and willingness to work early mornings and varied hours.

Qualifications

• No points on driving record.
• Ability to pass a physical exam, including drug test.
• Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain such.
• Successful in passing all State training and written test. Have in possession all required endorsements.
• Ability to work cordially with co-workers and students.
• Ability to work early morning and/or variable hours as needed.
• Be able to drive on out of town trips including Phoenix and Tucson.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Drives a school bus safely and professionally.
• Demonstrates proficiency in handling and maneuvering a school bus
• Performs daily pre-trip inspections.
• Complies with all traffic ordinances.
• Supervises students; enforces discipline policies.
• Participates in on-site training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safe driving

Clean driving record

CDL with endorsements

Physical exam

State training completion

Punctual/early hours

Out-of-town trips

Job description

COMPENSATION: Starting at $18.84

HOURS: 25-29 Hours a Week

REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor

CLASSIFICATION: Hourly

FUNCTION

Drive activity bus for out of town trips.

Qualifications

• No points on driving record.
• Ability to pass a physical exam, including drug test.
• Commercial Driver's License or ability to obtain such.
• Successful in passing all State training and written test. Have in possession all required endorsements.
• Ability to work cordially with co-workers and students
• Ability to work early morning and/or variable hours as needed.
• Be able to drive on out of town trips including Phoenix and Tucson.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.

General Responsibilities

• Drives a school bus safely and professionally.
• Demonstrates proficiency in handling and maneuvering a school bus
• Performs daily pre-trip inspections.
• Complies with all traffic ordinances.
• Supervises students; enforces discipline policies.
• Participates in on-site training.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

RELATED PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Continuous sitting, driving.
• Frequently bending or twisting at the neck and trunk.
• Frequent repetition of hand, arm motions; use of hand strength to grasp equipment.
• Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 75 pounds.
• Close vision, color vision, depth perception and peripheral vision requirements.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Hourly wage based on Working Agreement. Salary as determined by the Board of Education.

Annual evaluation in accordance with Board policy.

The Thatcher Unified School District #4 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of national origin, race, color, sex, age, marital status, ethnicity, religion, gender or disability in its educational or employment opportunities. The information contained in this posting is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned at the discretion of the Supervisor and/or Superintendent