School Bus Driver: Full Time w/ Benefits

Mendham Township School District; Brookside (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits included

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a full-time School Bus Driver to transport students safely. The role includes conducting pre-trip inspections, maintaining discipline on the bus, and adhering to traffic safety regulations. Candidates must possess a valid New Jersey Commercial Driver's License and pass a criminal background check. This position offers an annual contract subject to renewal.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Commercial Driver's License with Passenger, Air Brake and 'S' endorsements.
• Required criminal history background check.
• Proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Responsibilities

• Transport pupils in a safe and efficient manner.
• Conduct pre-trip safety inspections of the bus.
• Report mechanical malfunctions and safety hazards.

Skills

Safe driving experience

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to maintain passenger discipline

CPR certified

Tools

School bus

Job description

School Bus Driver: Full Time w/ Benefits

Apply for the School Bus Driver position at Mendham Township School District.

Qualifications

• Valid New Jersey Commercial Driver's License with Passenger, Air Brake and “S” endorsements.
• Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the board and the NJCAIR abstract reports.
• Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems.
• Ability to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and well-being and protect against vandalism.
• Required criminal history background check and proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status.

Job Goal

To transport pupils in a safe and efficient manner and perform all activities related to the operation of the school bus.

Performance Responsibilities

Safety, Maintenance and Inspection Requirements

1. Conduct a pre-trip safety inspection of the bus prior to every trip and complete the School Bus Condition Report.
2. Notify Transportation Supervisor of any mechanical malfunctions and/or safety hazards and lateness.
3. Perform interior bus cleaning duties daily, clean windows and exterior as needed and refuel the vehicle.
4. Participate in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with Board Policy and administrative code, and instruct passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules.

Driving and Safe Bus Operations

1. Adhere to established routes, designated bus stops, keep to assigned time schedules, and discharge students only at authorized stops.
2. Transport only authorized pupils and ensure that all students have left the bus at the end of the route.
3. Obey all traffic laws and observe mandatory school bus safety regulations.
4. Report all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the principal and the school business administrator and complete required reports.
5. Must be CPR certified within 60 days of hire.
6. Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.
7. Report undisciplined students to the principal and the Transportation Supervisor.
8. Exercise responsible leadership when on out of district trips.
9. Enforce all regulations against posted school bus violations.
10. If ticketed as a result of an accident or traffic stop by police, the bus driver will pay any fines and court costs, and will attend driving safety classes if so ordered by the municipal court judge.
11. Will not use a cell phone while the bus is turned on or in gear, either to receive calls or to make calls. Cell phone operation on a moving vehicle is a distraction and a safety hazard. Cell phone operation by a bus driver is only permitted if the bus is parked or at the roadside curb with the engine turned off and the bus out-of-gear.
12. Perform other such duties as assigned from time to time by the Transportation Supervisor.

Terms of Employment

Salary and work year to be determined by the Board of Education and set forth in an annual employment contract. Employment shall be for the fixed term of one-year and subject to annual reappointment. The annual employment contract may be terminated by either party without cause upon furnishing the other with written notice at least (2) weeks prior notice of such election to terminate.

Evaluation

Performance of the job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of non-certified staff.