Bus Driver Trainee

Chateaugay Central School; Town of Chateaugay (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Six-month training period

Job summary

Chateaugay Central School is seeking a Bus Driver Trainee in Chateaugay, NY. The position offers a short-term, up-to six-month training period to learn bus operation, safety procedures, and passenger care under supervision.

Candidates must have a New York State Driver's License and be at least 21 years old. Training progresses toward CDL with P and S endorsements, with $16.23 per hour and limited hours per school year.

Qualifications

• Must possess a New York State Driver's License.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at time of application.
• Candidates must satisfy NY S Rules for School Bus Drivers and endorsements later.

Responsibilities

• Shadow licensed bus drivers and trainers to learn routes and safety procedures.
• Ride with drivers on regular runs to observe passenger interactions and emergency procedures.
• Sit at controls under supervision and perform basic bus-driving functions.
• Attend trainings to learn motor vehicle rules for bus/van operation.
• Prepare and maintain basic bus routes and pickup routes; report issues to supervisor.

Skills

Shadowing

Safety awareness

Passenger communication

Education

NYS Driver's License

Age 21+

Job description

• Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Driver Trainee
• Date Posted: 8/5/2024
• Location: Chateaugay Transportation

BUS DRIVER TRAINEE

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This is a short-term (up to six (6) months) position allowing incumbent to train and attain the required driver's license to operate the agency's fleet of vehicles. The work involves shadowing a bus driver to become oriented with features of the bus, sitting at controls and, under close supervision, perform basic functions of driver in an area with no traffic (i.e.; parking lot). The work is performed under general supervision. The incumbent does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:

• Shadows licensed bus drivers and/or trainers;
• Rides with drivers on regular runs to learn routes and observe how the drivers interact with passengers as well as handling other related driver duties such as evacuation drills,emergency procedures, CODE system, etc.;
• Sits at controls and, under close supervision, performs functions of a bus driver;
• Attends trainings to learn motor vehicle rules and regulations pertaining to bus or van operation;
• Learns and follows procedures around safety and well-being of passengers, and if applicable, maintaining a seating chart and attendance list for each run to have available in the event of an accident;
• Learns and follows procedures for accident avoidance as well as procedures to follow in the event of an accident;
• Learns and follows rules and procedures for driving runs outside of the normal routine/schedule;
• Learns radio communication process and techniques;
• Learns basic maintenance procedures;
• Learns to prepare and maintain basic bus routes and pick up routes;
• Reports any issues with fleet vehicle to immediate supervisor;
• May assist with garage cleaning and basic maintenance.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good knowledge of driving safety practices, vehicle and traffic laws and regulations; ability to operate a bus under all driving and road conditions; ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions; ability to get along well with passengers and/or children and command their respect; mechanical aptitude; mental alertness; dependability.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must possess a New York State Driver's License and must be at least 21 years of age at time of application. Residency Waived
• Candidates must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the New York Codes, Rules and Regulations Title 8, 156.3.
• Candidates would be eligible to apply for a School Bus Driver position after attaining the appropriate level New York State Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger ("P") and School ("S") endorsements.
• Training period is for a maximum of six months. Removal from the Trainee position will occur if employee has not yet attained the appropriate license.
• $16.23 per hour not to exceed 540 hours per school year.

Queries should be directed to:

Katie Jarvis, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent

Chateaugay Central School

42 River Street, PO Box 904

Chateaugay, NY 12920

[e-mail]

518-497-6611 ext 2301