KWRL Bus Driver 26-27 SY

Woodland School District; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 27,900 - 34,100; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus: $1500 for applicants without a CDL

Signing bonus: $3000 for applicants with a CDL

Job summary

Woodland School District is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to ensure safe student transportation and vehicle maintenance. The role is part-time with varied hours, offering $31.12 per hour for substitutes and potential benefits if hired into a route.

Applicants must enjoy working with children and possess a clean driving record. Responsibilities include daily safety checks, attending required training, and maintaining order among students. The position requires stamina and the ability to handle physical demands.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Enjoy working with children.
• Time Management Skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate the school bus safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks.
• Advise personnel of maintenance needs.
• Ensure student discipline and safety.

Skills

Time Management Skills

Enjoy working with children

Clean driving record

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Woodland Public Schools - Substitute Bus Driver/Bus Driver

Position Title: Substitute Bus Driver/Bus Driver
Posting #: 3713
Location: KWRL
Hours: Part-time / Varies by route
Pay Schedule: $31.12 per hour for substitute, if hired into a route
Link: LINK
Benefits: If hired as a route driver (not a sub), eligible for medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and LTD through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) and retirement through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Signing bonus: $1500 for applicants without a CDL, $3000 for applicants with a CDL (paid after six months of duty)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies, and procedures
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks
• Clean the bus as scheduled and/or required
• Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored
• Advise the appropriate personnel of any requirements for maintenance or repairs
• Pick up and deliver students as per a set schedule
• Take attendance on the school bus
• Ensure students are aware of rules and responsibilities as passengers
• Maintain order and discipline on the School bus
• Make note of any behavioral or disciplinary problems
• Attend required training meetings
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Enjoy working with children
• Time Management Skills
• Ability to work well with others
• Clean driving record (no more than two speeding violations in the last five years, and no criminal traffic violations)

Qualification Process

• Fingerprinting for FBI and WSP background check (out-of-pocket expense reimbursed)
• Drug and Alcohol testing (pre-employment and DOT random testing)
• Employment drug and alcohol testing history from previous employers
• Physical examination and certification (out-of-pocket expense reimbursed)
• First-Aid training
• DOL/CDL fees (out-of-pocket expense reimbursed)

KWRL and Washington State requirements

• Is physically able to maneuver and control a school bus under all driving conditions.
• Is physically able to use all controls and equipment found on a state minimum specified school bus, including all safety apparatus, to include installation of snow chains in emergency weather conditions.
• Is physically able to perform daily routine school bus vehicle inspections.
• Has sufficient strength and agility to move about in a school bus as required to provide assistance to students in evacuating the bus. The driver must be able to move from a seated position in an 84‑passenger bus, to the emergency door, open the emergency door, and exit the bus through the emergency door in less than twenty‑five seconds.
• Hold and maintain a valid medical examiner’s certificate.
• Hold and maintain a valid first‑aid card.
• Repetitive motions will include, but are not limited to:
• Prolonged sitting
• Entry and exit of the bus
• Arm motions:
• Swinging a hammer or a tire thumper
• Pushing and pulling levers, valves, buttons, and switches
• Lifting up to 35 pounds
• Opening doors and hoods
• Reaching overhead to open or close emergency hatches
• Leg motions:
• Pushing and pumping foot pedals
• Steps to enter and exit the bus
• Jumping from the emergency exit
• Walking in and around the bus
• Crouching and kneeling (snow chain installation)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk or hear, and sometimes walk and sit. Occasionally, the employee will bend or twist at the neck more than the average person. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 100 lbs. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well‑being, or work output of other people. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.

Work Environment

The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

If you are hired for this position, you will be required to pay for a background check, unless you have completed the background check in the past two years, and it is on file with the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI).