Shuttle Driver

Talentify; Waukee (IA); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IPERS retirement account

Health and dental insurance

Generous leave package

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Shuttle Driver to reliably transport passengers on approved routes while delivering exceptional customer service. The role requires maintaining a clean vehicle, following safety regulations, and assisting passengers, including those with special needs.

Applicants must hold an Iowa driver’s license, Class D with 3 endorsement, and may obtain School Bus Driver Authorization after hire. This position reports to the Waukee Community School District and includes benefits and

Qualifications

• Must hold Iowa driver’s license and Class D with 3 endorsement.
• School Bus Driver Authorization may be obtained after hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate the bus safely on assigned routes following schedules and safety rules.
• Perform pre/post inspections and basic interior cleaning.
• Assist with passenger boarding, including riders with special needs, and ensure passenger safety.
• Maintain logs and report incidents to dispatch and supervisors.
• Communicate route changes and delays to passengers and stakeholders.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Passenger safety

Communication

Education

Iowa driver’s license

Class D license with 3 endorsement

School Bus Driver Authorization

Job description

The Shuttle Driver is responsible for safely transporting passengers to their destinations while providing exceptional customer service. This role involves following scheduled routes, ensuring passenger safety, maintaining a clean and operational vehicle, and adhering to traffic and safety regulations.

Position Criteria:

• Valid Iowa driver’s license, required
• Class D (chauffeur) license with the "3" (passenger) endorsement, required
• School Bus Driver Authorization, may obtain after hire

Performance Criteria:

• Operate the bus safely and responsibly on assigned routes, following local, state and federal laws and regulations and organizational policies.
• Follow designated routes accurately, in accordance with time schedules and stops.
• Perform routine operator maintenance to including but not limited to: pre/post inspections, sweeping interior, wiping upholstery, cleaning windshields, reporting equipment defects and presenting bus for maintenance.
• Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment. Report any mechanical issues to the operations department.
• Greet and assist passengers withholding and uploading including those with special needs (e.g. wheelchair users in boarding and exiting the bus)
• Maintain a friendly, approachable attitude and respond to passenger inquiries in a polite manner.
• Enforce passenger safety rules, including the use of seatbelts (if applicable) and the restriction of unsafe behavior.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as appropriate.
• Adjust routes based on traffic conditions, weather, or emergency detours, and inform passengers of any significant changes.
• Communicate with dispatch or supervisors regarding route changes, delays, or any incidents.
• Monitor passengers to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Keep and handle all student information in a confidential manner.
• Handle emergency situations appropriately and calmly, including assisting passengers in the event of an accident or other incidents.
• Complete and maintain accurate records, including mileage logs, incident reports, and time sheets.
• Report accidents, traffic violations, or other safety-related incidents to supervisors.
• Participate in & complete all training pertaining to the job.
• Assist operations department as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits include:

• IPERS retirement account
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave

Successful candidates will need to complete a pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle check, and background check as part of the Waukee Community School District hiring process.