Full Time Bus Driver / Maintenance

Iowa Western Community College; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA is seeking a Full-Time Bus Driver to transport students and other passengers to designated destinations, including overnights and weekends, while ensuring safety and compliance with all laws.

The role requires a valid CDL B with passenger endorsement, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to communicate clearly; duties include vehicle inspections, record-keeping, snow removal, and collaboration with the maintenance team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have and maintain a valid CDL B/passenger license and school bus driver endorsement
• Minimum of 6 years general driving experience is preferred
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial transportation vehicles
• Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and regulations
• Knowledge of bus evacuation procedures
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as needed
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures, including Lockout/Tag out
• Wear/use PPE at all times
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers and vendors
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S Driver’s License and a good driving record
• Ability to pass a drug screen & pre-employment physical if applicable

Responsibilities

• Transport students and other passengers to and from designated destinations, overnights and weekends, adjust and plan travel routes if necessary
• Make routine checks and inspection of bus and equipment for proper operation, safety, and maintenance
• Observe and follow all applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations governing commercial transportation
• Follow school district guidelines regarding student management and discipline; report incidents to proper personnel
• Maintain required records of bus usage and reports of operation
• Drive commercial transportation vehicles with airbrakes
• Perform minor maintenance and safety checks of commercial vehicles
• Evacuate students during an emergency
• Assists maintenance department in assigned tasks
• Performs snow removal, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Safe driving

Route planning

Public transportation operations

Record keeping

Safety procedures

Communication (verbal/written)

Background check clearance

Drug screen clearance

PPE usage

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL B license with passenger endorsement

Job description

The Bus Driver is responsible for the operations of varies types of buses that will transport students and other passengers to and from designated locations. Drivers typically work without direct supervision and are fully responsible for the safety of their passengers. When not required to drive for IWCC, FT Bus Drivers assist the IWCC maintenance department under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Demonstrate IWCC’s core mission, vision and values
• Transport students and other passengers to and from designated destinations, overnights and weekends, adjust and plan travel routes if necessary
• Make routine checks and inspection of bus and equipment for proper operation, safety, and maintenance
• Observe and follow all applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations governing commercial transportation
• Follow school district guidelines regarding student management and discipline; report incidents to proper personnel
• Maintain required records of bus usage and reports of operation
• Drive commercial transportation vehicles with airbrakes
• Perform minor maintenance and safety checks of commercial vehicles
• Evacuate students during an emergency
• Assists maintenance department in assigned tasks
• Performs snow removal, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have and maintain a valid CDL B/passenger license and school bus driver endorsement
• Minimum of 6 years general driving experience is preferred
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial transportation vehicles
• Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and regulations
• Knowledge of bus evacuation procedures
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as needed
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures, including Lockout/Tag out
• Wear/use PPE at all times
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers and vendors
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S Driver’s License and a good driving record
• Ability to pass a drug screen & pre-employment physical if applicable

• Operation of Class B motor vehicle requiring frequent upper body movement; repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to include grasping both firm and light; primarily right side to operate door opener.
• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate bus equipment
• Seeing to drive and to observe work performed
• Hearing and speaking to communicate with students, parents, and other staff
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing (bus steps) and extensive sitting
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions

• Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle and operate lifts and machinery
• Exposure to driving IWCC bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions, extreme temperatures, vehicle exhaust, odors, poor ventilation, and intense noise
• Exposure to working around and with machinery having moving parts
• Work involves limited exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises
• Work is frequently done in outdoor weather conditions; rain, snow, sun, wind and other forms weather