On-Call School Bus Driver - Early Mornings & Afternoons

Charles Wright; Tacoma (WA); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY in Tacoma, WA is seeking an On Call Bus Driver to transport students and authorized persons to and from school, and for field trips on an on-call basis. The role requires a valid WA CDL with school bus endorsement, a Medical Examiner's Certificate, and first aid certification, plus a clean driving record.

Responsibilities include maintaining student discipline and safety, pre-trip checks, and participating in safety meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• WA Commercial Driver’s License with school bus and passenger endorsements.
• Medical Examiner's Certificate and first aid certification required.
• Driving record free of chargeable accidents or traffic violations.

Responsibilities

• Drive a bus route to transport students and other authorized persons to and from school.
• Additional driving for field trips or other extra trips on an 'On Call' basis.
• Maintain discipline and report misbehavior; ensure safety standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license (WA CDL)

Job description

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On Call Bus Driver

Manual Labor Tacoma, WA, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1081

Salary Range: $26.00 To $30.00 Hourly

CHARLES WRIGHT ACADEMY

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: On Call Bus Driver

REPORTS TO: Transportation Manager

SUPERVISES: N/A

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Hourly

POSITION SUMMARY:

Drive a bus route to transport students and other authorized persons to and from school, as well as additional driving for field trips or other extra trips as designated on an "On Call" bassis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain discipline of students and report misbehavior.

Check vehicle equipment, and fuel prior to each departure; report and document any irregularities or trouble with equipment.

Maintain consistent safety standards and pre-trip reports.

Participate in bus driver safety meetings, training courses as scheduled by the Transportation Manager.

Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma is required.

Valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s License with school bus and passenger endorsements; current Medical Examiners Certificate and first aid certification; and driving record free of chargeable accidents or traffic violations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Previous experience as a bus driver or in the transportation field.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Good communication skills to build rapport with students and parents.

Must be able to remain in stationary position more than 50% of the time.

TRAVEL: Drive a bus route to transport students "On Call". Additional driving for field trips as designated.

HOURS: On-Call/10 months per year

Approx. 5:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. when called in to cover.

PAY: $26.00 - $30.00

This job description is subject to change. Job duties may be assigned or reassigned at any time.