School Bus Driver - Part-Time with CDL Training

Chelsea School District; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Chelsea School District in Chelsea, MI is seeking qualified individuals for school bus driver positions. The role involves safely transporting students and complying with state regulations. Schedule is approximately 3.5 hours daily with morning runs 6:00 AM–8:15 AM and afternoon runs 2:30 PM–5:00 PM.

Starting pay is $22.66/hour, commensurate with experience. Immediate openings available. CDL training is provided.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively and in a positive manner with students, parents, and other school staff.
• Training Provided for acquisition of proper CDL license(B,P,S).
• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the job including lifting students and equipment.
• Must enjoy working with students of all ages.
• Must have excellent driver license record.

Responsibilities

• Must complete all state requirements to qualify as a school bus driver.
• Must comply with all State of Michigan rules and regulations pertaining to the operation of a school bus.
• Perform a pre-trip inspection prior to each run or trip and turn in an inspection report on a weekly basis.
• Report in writing the need for service and repairs to their assigned bus using the provided repair order form.
• Immediately report to the supervisor all accidents, traffic violations and citations issued by police agencies. Verbal reporting will be followed up with a written report submitted by the driver.
• Keep the bus in a clean condition, including mirrors, light lenses, and bus interior.
• Be on time for regular and special trip runs including completion of school bus pre-trip inspection.
• Complete each run on time, in a safe manner and complete each transfer as assigned to the route.
• Be aware of the activities of the student riders while on the bus and to insist that students conduct themselves in a manner conducive to safe bus transportation and other drivers.
• Complete student misconduct forms when necessary and communicate discipline problems to the student’s parents and transportation supervisor.
• Be able to perform emergency evacuation of all bus passengers under reasonable conditions.
• Utilize bus radio in a proper and professional manner.
• Follow the guidelines and rules for extra trips when assigned to them.
• Perform all other bus related duties as assigned by the Supervisor/Chelsea School District.

Skills

Effective communication

Positive attitude

CDL training availability

Physical fitness

Safe driving record

Job description

Chelsea School District in Chelsea, MI is seeking qualified individuals for school bus driver positions. The role involves safely transporting students and complying with state regulations. Schedule is approximately 3.5 hours daily with morning runs 6:00 AM–8:15 AM and afternoon runs 2:30 PM–5:00 PM.

Starting pay is $22.66/hour, commensurate with experience. Immediate openings available. CDL training is provided.