School Bus Driver: Safe Student Transportation

Monticello School District; Monticello (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Monticello School District in Monticello, Arkansas seeks a School Bus Driver to transport students on assigned routes and comply with all safety rules. Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, maintaining discipline, ensuring on-time arrivals, communicating with the transportation office, and presenting a positive role model for students.

The role requires a valid Arkansas CDL with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements, 21 years of age, and the ability to pass background checks and

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Valid Arkansas commercial driver’s license (Class B) with Passenger, Air Brake, and S endorsements.
• Must pass alcohol and drug test.
• Must pass a criminal history check and DPS physical.
• Must have acceptable driving record.
• Ability to complete required bus driver safety training.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of student discipline procedure.
• Ability to manage student behavior.
• Operate bus.
• Report to Transportation Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
• Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
• Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures; complete required reports.
• Keep records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Supervise students while boarding and leaving the bus and crossing the street.
• Communicate with transportation office daily regarding student behavior on bus.
• Maintain discipline and report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
• Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
• Observe traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Inspect bus before driving for proper fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering.
• Maintain emergency equipment such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, reflector.
• Report hazardous conditions along the route and inform supervisor of any uncorrectable issues.
• Operate two-way radio equipment and cell phone to communicate with transportation office.
• Present for students a positive role model that supports the school climate and mission.
• Attend and complete required training programs to maintain safety certification (first aid/CPR).

Skills

Student safety

Communication

Discipline procedures

Route adherence

Vehicle inspection

Safety training

Crash/incident reporting

Education

Arkansas CDL Class B with Passenger, Air Brake, and S endorsements

Job description

Monticello School District in Monticello, Arkansas seeks a School Bus Driver to transport students on assigned routes and comply with all safety rules. Responsibilities include pre/post trip inspections, maintaining discipline, ensuring on-time arrivals, communicating with the transportation office, and presenting a positive role model for students.

The role requires a valid Arkansas CDL with Passenger and Air Brake endorsements, 21 years of age, and the ability to pass background checks and