Contracted Bus Driver

Romulus Community Schools; Romulus (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned sick time

Company paid holidays

401-K

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Job summary

Auxilio Services is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe, reliable transportation for students under contracted services with Romulus Community Schools. Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, assisting students loading and unloading, and strict adherence to FERPA and safety policies.

Candidates should be at least 21, have a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and preferably a Class B CDL.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; class B CDL preferred.
• Valid driver license; clean driving record preferred.
• Ability to follow routes, safety procedures and FERPA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports passengers to and from school and activities.
• Perform pre/post trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist students with loading and unloading.
• Adhere to policies, safety rules and FERPA regulations.
• Monitor passenger welfare and stay alert on routes.
• Attend safety meetings and participate in drills as required.
• Duties may change with notice.

Skills

Safe driving

Student supervision

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class B CDL preferred

Job description

Bus Driver (EMPLOYED THROUGH AUXILIO)

Company Description: The Latin meaning of Auxilio is "to help" schools increase the efficiency of our services with unsurpassed routing, integration of new equipment, consistently launching updated safety measures and optimizing staff levels as our employees are the most important assets of our culture.

Benefits:

Competitive wages, merit increases, earned sick time, company paid holidays, 401-K, medical, dental and vision coverage.

Scope:

The School Bus Driver provides safe and reliable transportation to students and other school passengers.

Essential Functions:

• Safely transports passengers.
• Perform pre/post trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist students in the loading and unloading process.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures including local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Familiar with school bus routes and remain alert to monitor the welfare of passengers.
• Attend safety, training, and informational meetings.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills, as required.
• Always adhere to FERPA regulations and remain confidential.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
• At least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Driver License required.
• Class B CDL License preferred; Class B CDL training provided, if necessary.
• Minimum 1-year experience with driving a school bus is preferred.
• Subject to Background Check and Drug Screen.
• Subject to DOT Physical and Motor Vehicle Review.
• Two (2) years of working with children is preferred.
• Good verbal communication skills with a strong attendance record.
• Good with children of all ages and the ability to manage stressful situations.
• Early morning and afternoon availability preferred but not required.
• Committed to a Safety Lifestyle.

Physical Demands:

The following physical demands are occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

Auxilio Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.