Bus Driver PT

Saint Edwards School; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Edwards School in Vero Beach, FL is seeking a part-time School Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and activities in a safe and timely manner. You must hold a valid CDL Class B with required endorsements and be able to interact well with children.

The role requires compliance with school policies, regular training, and availability on short notice, including evenings and weekends. A neat uniform and professional conduct are expected at all times.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL Class B license with air brake and passenger endorsements.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with children.
• Must pass annual physical and random drug tests.
• Available on short notice, evenings and weekends.
• Basic computer skills for clocking in/out and email.

Responsibilities

• Know and obey all laws and regulations pertaining to school bus drivers.
• Observe school policies regarding supervision and transportation of students.
• Attend all training classes and meetings for bus drivers and other meetings deemed appropriate.
• Ensure transported students observe laws and policies set by Head of School/Director of Transportation.
• Instruct students about safe riding practices and loading/unloading at stops.
• Monitor students on buses and supervise emergency evacuation drills.
• Fill fuel tanks safely and perform daily pre-trip inspections; report defects to Director of Transportation.
• Keep the bus clean and neat at all times.
• Report misconduct or complaints to Director of Transportation or Dean of Students.
• Dress in appropriate school uniform during working hours.

Skills

Communication

Child interaction

Education

High School

Tools

CDL Class B (air brake, passenger, S)

Job description

Job Location: Vero Beach, FL 32963

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: High School

Backup full time drivers, to transfer students to and from school and school activities in a safe and timely manner.

Transportation Duties

• Know and obey all laws and regulations that pertain to school bus drivers. This includes proper ways of making student stops and crossing railroads.
• Observe all school policies regarding supervision and transportation of students.
• Attend all training classes and/or drivers meetings for bus drivers and all other meetings that the school deems appropriate.
• Insure that all transported students observe all laws and policies set forth by the Head of School and the Director of Transportation.
• Instruct students about safe riding practices, including the safest way of loading and unloading at their particular stop.
• Monitor students on buses.
• Instruct and supervise emergency evacuation drills of the school bus.
• Fill fuel tanks of bus as needed in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Make daily pre-trip inspections of the bus being used, reporting any defects affecting the safety and/or operation of said bus to the Director of Transportation.
• Keep the bus clean and neat at all times.
• Report to the Director of Transportation or Dean of Students the following: misconduct on the part of any student while on the bus or under immediate supervision, complaints from students, parents or anyone that expresses such complaints.
• Display a cooperative and dignified attitude towards the school, parents and students, treating everyone with patience and consideration.
• Dress in appropriate school uniform during all working hours keeping it neat and clean.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Commercial Drivers License, class “B”, with an air brake, a passenger, and an “S” endorsement.
• Must have good communication skills and work well with children.
• Must pass an annual physical examination and a drug test. Must consent to a 'random' drug test, which could happen each calendar quarter or at request of the supervisor.
• Must be available on short notice. Must be available evenings and weekends.
• Must have minimal computer skills to clock in & out and to access email.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Drivers will be exposed to seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather while driving school buses, loading and unloading children, controlling traffic and inspecting equipment.

Drivers will be exposed to fumes, dust, odors, petroleum products and ambient noise daily.

Drivers must be able:

• Deal with stress from driving in difficult traffic environments, interacting with dissatisfied or abusive individuals in a positive manner.
• Deal with exposure to blood borne pathogens may occur.
• Exert 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Stoop, climb, stand for long periods of time and perform physical labor, be physically mobile and have stamina to participate in activities which may be strenuous.