Bus Driver- Substitute

Bellmore-Merrick CSHD; North Merrick (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellmore-Merrick CSHD is seeking a dedicated school bus driver. The role includes operating a bus on set routes, performing maintenance, and ensuring the safety of students. Applicants must hold a valid New York State Driver's License and meet specific age and legal qualifications.

Qualifications

• Drivers must be at least 21 years of age.
• Candidates must meet requirements of Article 19A of New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on a regular schedule.
• Perform minor maintenance tasks and ensure safety in parking areas.
• Drive students to and from special events.

Skills

Good knowledge of the operation of buses

Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions

Mechanical aptitude

Dependability

Good physical condition

Education

Possession of a valid New York State Driver's License

Job description

• Operates a school bus on a regular schedule
• May drive students to and from special events
• Cleans, washes and polishes bus
• Changes oil, puts on chains, repairs tires and performs a variety of minor repair tasks
• May be responsible for safety and decorum in school parking areas
• May occasionally fill in on school cleaning and grounds tasks

• Good knowledge of the operation of buses
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
• Mechanical aptitude
• Dependability
• Good physical condition
• Possession of a valid New York State Driver's License, with no convictions for moving violations during the past yet and appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age.
• Candidates must also satisfy all requirements of Article 19A of the New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law. In addition, candidates must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education.