School Bus Driver

Milan Area Schools; Milan (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Milan Area Schools Transportation in Milan, MI seeks a School Bus Driver to transport students safely on assigned routes. The role prioritizes student safety, obeys traffic laws, and requires reliable attendance. Training is provided for required certifications, with CDL preferred.

The driver will perform pre-trip inspections, manage communications, and ensure confidentiality of student information while delivering dependable service to the Milan community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required, CPR/AED and first aid training.
• Preferred CDL for pupil transportation; training may be provided.
• Must pass criminal record check and drug/alcohol test.
• Must meet DOT medical/physical requirements.
• Must lift up to 75 pounds and have reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Obey laws governing school bus operation and ensure student safety.
• Operate bus on established routes under various conditions.
• Maintain bus cleanliness and refuel when necessary.
• Submit accident reports and maintain confidential information.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections and communicate issues to supervisors.
• Transport students to and from school and other locations as needed.

Skills

Excellent driving record

DOT physical ability

Regular attendance

Professional demeanor under stress

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR/AED training and first aid

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for pupil transport

Job description

Position: School Bus Driver

Location: Milan Area Schools Transportation

Starting Date: As soon as possible

Reports To: Transportation Director and Superintendent

Required Qualifications:

• Required High school diploma or equivalent, CPR/AED, first aid training and other training as required.
• Preferred Commercial Driver’s License appropriate for pupil transportation is necessary, however the district is willing to train.
• Must pass a criminal record check and drug and alcohol test.
• Excellent diving record.
• Ability to meet Department of Transportation physical examination requirements.
• Preferred prior experience with children.
• Responsibility of employee to obtain and maintain all training(s), certificate(s), approval(s), and provide documentation to supervisor before expiring date of said document(s).
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Required to have a physical presence at the designated job site each scheduled work day.
• Must have regular and reliable job attendance, performance and the physical ability to do the job.
• Must be able to deal with stressful conditions in a professional manner that shall not bring discredit upon Milan Area Schools.

Essential Functions:

• To obey all laws governing the operation of a vehicle and/or a school bus.
• Operate a bus in various traffic, weather and road conditions with the safety of students as the priority.
• Maintain the bus in a clean and orderly condition, sweet and empty trash.
• Refuel the bus when necessary.
• Must follow District cell phone policy.
• To keep all student, parent, and staff information confidential.
• To have a positive attitude in working with students, parents, community members and other staff members.
• To prepare “Accident Reports” after any accident involving the bus and/or school bus passengers.
• Performs pre-trip daily inspection as directed by checklist for compliance with State and District Regulations.
• Drives bus to pick up children following an established route in the safest, most efficient manner possible. Unloads children at school in the morning and picks up and delivers children to their home stop in the afternoon. This position may have a midday route transporting students to: other school locations, sport trips/fields or home.
• Operates CB radio to be in contact with other drives/base dispatch or mechanic.
• Monitors student conduct and enforces regulations.
• Reports any issues, mechanical problems or otherwise to the appropriate supervisor.
• Acquaints themselves with other rules and regulations regarding their responsibilities as provided by the District, Local and State regulations.
• Keeps accurate records and reports as required, submits reports in a legible manner, and turns information in at the specified time (i.e. route sheets that are kept updated with stops and times, required payroll information, etc.).
• May need to strategically move or park a bus with warning markers and flares in case of breakdown.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Salary/Hours: As outlined in the Transportation Contract.

Assessment: The Transportation Director/ Superintendent will assess the effectiveness of the School Bus Driver annually with respect to the performance of the essential functions.

Application Deadline: Until filled

Questions: Email Jeannie Baber, Transportation Director - [e-mail]