Substitute Bus Driver

Marathon Central School District; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A school district in Ohio is looking for a Substitute School Bus Driver responsible for safely operating a bus and ensuring student conduct during transportation. The role requires a valid NYS Driver License and a good understanding of traffic laws and safety practices. Candidates should have the ability to follow directions and exhibit dependability. The position involves maintaining the cleanliness of the bus and conducting inspections prior to and after trips. Join a dedicated team committed to student safety.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for appropriate level NYS Driver License at the time of application.
• Possession of license at the time of appointment.
• Meeting all Article 19-A requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bus on a regular schedule or special occasions.
• Maintain orderly conduct of children on the bus.
• Perform post-trip inspections and maintain records.

Skills

Driving safety practices

Traffic laws and regulations

Ability to operate a bus under difficult conditions

Mechanical aptitude

Mental alertness

Education

NYS Driver License eligibility

Job description

Substitute School Bus Driver

Location: Marathon Central School District

Position Type: Transportation/Bus Driver

Date Posted: 9/28/2023

Job Overview

This is manual work of average difficulty requiring skill in the operation of a large automotive vehicle. The operator is responsible for the safety and conduct of the children who are passengers. The work is performed under general supervision with considerable leeway allowed the operator in carrying out the details of the work.

Typical Work Activities

• Operates a bus on a regular schedule or on special occasions.
• Checks the operating condition of the bus before starting a trip.
• Reports any operational defect to the immediate supervisor.
• Informs children about safety practices.
• Maintains orderly conduct of children on the bus.
• Keeps interior and exterior of vehicle clean and neat.
• Performs a post-trip inspection, which includes checking for students.
• Maintains records of mileage, routes, times and incidents.
• Prepares and maintains maps of routes and pick-up points.
• May operate a station wagon or other similar vehicle.
• May perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Personal Characteristics

• Good knowledge of driving safety practices, traffic laws and regulations.
• Good knowledge of the geography of the area served.
• Ability to operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions.
• Ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle.
• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.
• Ability to get along well with children and command their respect.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Mental alertness.
• Dependability.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eligibility for appropriate level NYS Driver License at the time of application.
• Possession of license at the time of appointment.
• NOTE: All Article 19-A requirements must be met.

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