School Bus Driver - Safe Transport & Student Support

Van Buren District Office; Keosauqua (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Van Buren County Community School District is seeking a reliable bus driver to join our transportation team in Keosauqua, IA. You will ensure safe, timely transportation for students and staff, conduct pre-trip inspections, and maintain professional conduct on every trip.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid Iowa CDL, and a clean driving record. Experience with school buses and knowledge of emergency equipment are preferred, along with a willingness to participate in

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Hold an Iowa School Bus Driver LICENSE (CDL).
• Pass pre-employment drug screening and record check.
• A good driving record
• Comply with random drug and alcohol testing.
• Knowledge in the use of emergency equipment on a school bus.
• Three to five years of previous school bus driving experience. (Preferred)
• First Aid Certification. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation in accordance with District policy and procedure as well as local, state and federal laws and regulations.
• Obey all traffic laws and mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Assure students get on and off school bus in orderly fashion.
• Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects using pre-trip inspection form; notify Transportation Director or designee of mechanical concerns.
• Maintain student discipline.
• Keep to written route and time schedule.
• Transport only authorized students and staff
• Participate in all training pertaining to the job.
• Report all accidents immediately to the Transportation Director or designee
• Participate in all required drug and alcohol testing.
• Have reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to operate vehicles during inclement weather.
• Fuel bus and record necessary related information.
• Keep bus clean inside and out.
• Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents and community members.
• Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
• Keep busy throughout work shift using time wisely and completing tasks in a timely fashion.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

CDL License

Drug screening

Clean driving record

Drug and alcohol testing

Emergency equipment knowledge

School bus driving experience

First Aid Certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Van Buren County Community School District is seeking a reliable bus driver to join our transportation team in Keosauqua, IA. You will ensure safe, timely transportation for students and staff, conduct pre-trip inspections, and maintain professional conduct on every trip.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, a valid Iowa CDL, and a clean driving record. Experience with school buses and knowledge of emergency equipment are preferred, along with a willingness to participate in