Bus Driver - Part Time - Trip Driver Only

THATCHER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT #4; Thatcher (AZ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

The Thatcher Unified School District #4 is seeking an hourly school bus driver to transport students safely to and from routes, including out-of-town trips to Phoenix and Tucson.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, enforcing discipline, and adhering to all traffic and district policies; candidates must hold a valid CDL or be able to obtain one, pass a state physical and drug test, and maintain a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License or able to obtain one.
• Must pass a physical exam, including a drug test.
• No points on driving record.
• Have in possession all required endorsements and state training/written test.
• Ability to work cordially with co-workers and students.
• Be able to work early morning and/or variable hours as needed.
• Must be able to drive on out-of-town trips including Phoenix and Tucson.

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

CDL eligibility

Medical & drug test

Clean driving record

Endorsements held

Early mornings

Out-of-town travel

Student/staff communication

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