Route Bus Driver

ReNEW Schools; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is seeking a Route Driver responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of students. You will operate a school bus under the guidance of the transportation department, ensuring compliance with all laws and policies.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, experience with vehicle operation, and an Indiana Commercial Driver's License. This position adapts to the needs of the school and maintains a positive environment for students.

Qualifications

• Meets requirements set forth in Indiana Code 20-27 chapter 8.
• Meets requirements set forth in 575 Indiana Administrative Code Rule 8.
• Must pass required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school and trips.
• Maintain school bus based on maintenance schedules.
• Report any service or mechanical issues.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to maintain composure in high stress

Knowledge of vehicle operation

Education

Indiana Commercial Driver’s License – Minimum Class B

Completion of school bus driver training

Tools

Bus equipment

Safety equipment

Technology devices

Job description

Position Title

Route Driver

Responsible to

Director of Transportation

Supervises

none

Evaluated by

Director of Transportation

Terms of Employment

As needed, based on the school’s requirements.

Evaluation Period

• Formative evaluations throughout the school year as per WCS Performance and Assessment Procedures.
• Annual summative evaluation prior to July 1.

Purpose of the Position

• To provide safe and efficient operation of a school bus under the guidance of the transportation department while transporting students to and from school and during trips.

Minimum Requirements

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Meets requirements as set forth in Indiana Code 20-27 chapter 8.
• Meets requirements as set forth in 575 Indiana Administrative Code Rule 8.
• Indiana Commercial Driver’s License – Minimum Class B (endorsements/restrictions apply)
• Meets requirements as set forth in Federal Motor Carrier rules.
• Meets standards of required background checks for employment including driving record check.
• Completion of school bus driver training.
• Meets requirements as set forth in the School Bus Driver’s Employment Agreement.
• Maintains composure and patience in a high stress environment.
• Models consistent attendance and punctuality as routes and or trips are driven per schedule fixed by the transportation department.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Safety and efficiently transport school students via a school bus to and from school and trips.
• Maintain school bus based on maintenance schedules and ensuring the vehicle is pre-trip inspection ready.
• Keep the school bus clean both inside and out.
• Be responsible to report any service and/or mechanical issues as needed to maintain a school bus that meets safe operating conditions and in compliance with State School Bus Committee rules and applicable statutory provisions.
• Operate consistently in compliance with all school, local, State, and Federal laws, rules, policies, and procedures that govern the safe operation of a school bus and student transportation.
• Provide supervision and control of students between the homes or alternative sites of the students and the school(s).
• Keep order and maintain discipline in the bus, being firm but polite, impartial, and fair, and see that no child is imposed upon or mistreated while in the driver’s care.

Secondary Functions of the Position

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed or as directed by the Superintendent and/or Director of Transportation.

Knowledge of

• Policies, procedures and functions of Wa-Nee Community Schools Board of Trustees, Wa-Nee Transportation Department, and the Indiana Department of Education as well as all Federal and State laws, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Vehicle operation.
• Bus route and student stops.
• Technology: i.e. cell phone, email, and basic Microsoft products.
• Area city and county roads and maps.

Ability to

• Attend all required training opportunities.
• Safely, efficiently, and professionally operate a school bus.
• Function as a member of a team.
• Take initiative to lead and empower others.
• Follow directions and help others follow directions.
• Plan organize and schedule priorities.
• Use independent judgment and initiative in making sound decisions and in developing solutions to problems.
• Discreetly handle confidential and politically sensitive matters.
• Make independent decisions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Tactfully and courteously respond to requests and inquiries/complaints from the general public and staff.
• Establish and maintain a positive, professional, and effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.
• Effectively maintain a positive, professional working relationship with students in regard to behavior.
• Maintain composure and patience in a high stress environment.

Equipment Used

• School bus equipment.
• Wheelchair, securements, and seating equipment.
• Safety equipment.
• Technology devices as assigned.

Place Where Work is Performed

• Transportation office, school buildings, garage/lot, school buses, remote locations, etc.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to stoop, kneel or crouch.
• Must be able to hear and speak clearly.
• Must be able to lift items of 100 lbs. or more occasionally and/or during an emergency.

How this Job Description was developed

This job description was developed by the HR Department.