*Future School Bus Owner/Operator

St. Landry Parish School Board; Opelousas (LA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is looking for a School Bus Owner/Operator to provide safe and timely transportation for students in Opelousas, Louisiana. Candidates must possess a CDL license and a high school diploma, and be at least 21 years old. Responsibilities include conducting pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle cleanliness, and providing excellent public relations with parents and students. This is a full-time position with nine months of employment per year, you must also pass background checks and training requirements.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or authorized alien.
• Minimum age of 21 years.
• Successful completion of 40 hours of pre-service training.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports assigned students to and from school.
• Conducts pre-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Maintains a mechanically safe and clean vehicle.

Skills

Good hearing

Color discrimination

Depth perception

Mental alertness

Public relations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDL License

Job description

*Future School Bus Owner/Operator

St. Landry Parish School Board Central Office - Opelousas, Louisiana (Open in Google Maps)

Job Details

Job ID: 4978431

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 01, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE: School Bus Owner/Operator

Minimum Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen or authorized alien
• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Minimum Age – 21 Years
• CDL Physical examination required, including TB test
• Must pass a criminal background investigation and drug screen
• CDL License
• Acceptable Driving Record (MVR)
• Successful completion of Psycho-physical examination
• Successfully pass post-employment random alcohol and/substance abuse testing
• Successful completion of 40 hours of pre-in service training including SBD, DDC, and First Aid Course including CPR
  • 10 hours behind the wheel training
  • 30 hours of classroom training
• Successful completion of 8 hours of annual in-service and re-certification by the St. Landry Parish School Board and the Louisiana Department of Education
• Must possess personality traits conducive to working closely with all school personnel and the public

REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Transportation or the Principal of Assigned School

JOB GOAL: Provide safe transportation, in a timely manner, to all eligible students both from home to school and back home

JOB SUMMARY: Basic requirements and performance responsibilities for all driving personnel (Regular, Substitute and Activity School bus Drivers) have been established by the State Department of Education and the St. Landry Parish School Board. In addition to initial requirements, it is mandatory that all driving personnel obtain re-certification annually. All policies, rules and regulations must be adhered to in order that students may be transported to and from school safely.

Essential Job Functions

• Reports regularly and punctually within the time frame established by the Transportation Department
• Safely transports assigned students at each of his/her respective schools
• Notifies the Transportation Department and the principal or designated person of impending absences, tardiness, or mechanical failure and reason
• Secures substitute driver and/or rental bus when needed
• Ensures that other drivers (in the event of breakdown) cover route if rental bus is not available
• Reports rental of bus to Transportation Department for insurance purposes
• Completes accurately and timely all reports or other papers requested by the Transportation Department of School Board
• Conducts two pre-trip inspections daily, keeping trip sheet on bus ready for reference upon request
• Submits monthly pre-trip inspections’ sheets in a timely manner
• Accepts and runs additional routes as directed by the Transportation Department
• Maintains a mechanically safe, neat, and clean vehicle in accordance with federal, state and local regulations
• Accurately records and reports mileage whenever requested to do so or when there is a change in route
• Notifies parents of any schedule change, such as time and stop location
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of state and local traffic laws and local ordinances governing motor vehicle operations
• Notifies Transportation Department immediately of all accidents or incidents
• Attends and actively participates in all meetings or in-service training programs as per mandatory requirements
• Maintains an acceptable driving record in private as well as in the school bus
• Establish proper techniques of passenger management and follow discipline procedures as established by the Louisiana Department of Education
• Maintain good public relations with students, parents, and school administrators
• Conform to Louisiana law concerning the safety and welfare of assigned pupils

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Performs all other duties commensurate with the fulfillment of responsibilities of a school bus driver as assigned by the St. Landry Parish School Board and the Supervisor of Transportation.

Physical Demands

• Must be in good health
• Must have physical strength adequate to maneuver the bus and assist passengers
• Job requires long periods of sitting in the same position
• Good hearing, color discrimination and depth perception are necessary
• The ability to work appropriately with others in close proximity is a must

Mental Abilities

• Must be mentally alert at all times while operating the bus
• Total concentration required while driving, loading, and unloading students

Environmental Concerns

Must be able to perform job responsibilities in both good and inclement weather conditions.

Terms of Employment

Nine (9) months per year; salary in accordance with current salary schedule.

Accountability

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Support Services Personnel.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Requirements

Contact Information

The Superintendent reserves the right to review, revise, update or change the job and any/all duties due to changes in job content, organizational structure, or state or federal laws subject to Board approval.