Bus Runner - Vehicle Maintenance

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement matched through ARS

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a transportation assistant to help ensure the safe and timely transport of students. You will monitor student safety, assist drivers and facilitate communication among schools, parents, and transportation staff.

Requires a valid Arizona driver’s license, School Bus Driver Certification, and at least one year of driving experience in Arizona. Benefits include vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matching, health and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid Arizona Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Must meet requirements for School Bus Driver Certification (CPR/First Aid/IVP fingerprint).
• Minimum of one year driving experience in Arizona.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Regular and on-time attendance required.
• Drive school bus or bus van to transport students on scheduled routes and field trips.
• Drive defensively and maintain safe driving practices.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bus.
• Follow all state and district regulations and policies.
• Support other staff as needed to ensure efficient operations.
• Perform related duties to support Mesa Public Schools.

Skills

Valid Arizona Driver’s License

School Bus Driver Certification

Arizona driving experience

Effective communication

Route planning and GPS familiarity

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

School Bus Driver Certification (required)

Job description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type

Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly

$17.78

Class/Calendar

A13, 12 months

Benefits

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay

Available annually

New Hire Experience

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary

Ensures the smooth and efficient transportation of students by assisting bus drivers, monitoring student safety, and facilitating communication between schools, parents, and transportation staff.

All Transportation employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing and alcohol testing, as well as random testing throughout employment. Due to federal safety regulation, this includes marijuana/THC/CBD. Any employee having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Drive any school bus and/or any school van safely to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions (field trips, athletic events) for absent bus drivers
• Drive defensively, courteously and cautiously
• Perform walk-around pre-trip and post-trip inspections of each bus you drive. Do not drive an unsafe bus or vehicle
• Do not drive an unsafe bus; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bus
• Obey all regulations, policies and laws of the State and District
• Maintain cleanliness of shop areas
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent preferred
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License with clean driving record
• Must meet requirements for School Bus Driver Certification (i.e. pass first aide, CPR, and IVP fingerprint card)
• Successfully pass bus driver agility test
• Minimum of one year driving experience in Arizona
• At least 21 years of age

Skills & Competencies

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Knowledge of Arizona traffic laws
• Proficient demonstration of driving skills; ability to drive under pressure
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with students, parents, coworkers and district personnel at all levels
• Ability to read and understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district helpful; proficiency in using routing and communication technology, such as GPS navigation systems, tablets, and district-issued devices, preferred
• Ability to meet time schedules, punctuality and reliability a must
• Ability to work varying driving assignments
• Ability to work both AM & PM bus routes every weekday, this may be a split-shift position

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties

Physical Demands: You may be required to do the following tasks frequently:

• Ability to pull, reach, push, bend, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and sit
• Regularly climbs ladders, crouches, or reaches into tight spaces (e.g., under vehicles)
• Using repetitive hand motions or manual dexterity
• Strong reflexes for steering, braking, and maneuvering the vehicle safely
• Speaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction)
• Maintaining focus for extended periods
• Uses hand and power tools that require good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Lifting & Force: The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency:

• Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force
• Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force
• Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of force

Working Environment: You may encounter some of the following conditions:

• Drivers work both inside the vehicle and outdoors when inspecting or fueling the vehicle
• Exposure to fumes, dust, chemicals (e.g., cleaning solvents, oils, anti-freeze)
• Travel, odors, dust, and outside elements
• Limited workspace, loud noises, and bloodborne pathogens
• Indoor garage or workshop with exposure to noise, grease, oil, and mechanical equipment
• Occasional outdoor work, especially if performing maintenance on-site (e.g., school parking lots or during road calls)

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.