Substitute Bus Driver

Mercer Island School District; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school district is seeking a dedicated bus driver to transport students safely. This role requires effective communication, adherence to safety regulations, and the ability to manage children. The position involves daily on-call work with varying hours based on departmental needs.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and have a clean driving record.
• Satisfactory completion of SPI Bus Driver Training Course required.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and related events.
• Operate school bus safely and perform inspections.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL for 1 year or Driver’s License for 3 years

Job description

Paid training begins in mid-summer for the next school year. Candidates hired are not eligible for health benefits unless they reach 630 work hours in the school year.

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Purpose

Transport students to and from school and school-related events and activities in a school bus or van. This position is daily, on-call, and hours will vary based on the specific needs of the Transportation Department.

Essential Functions

• Operate school bus safely and professionally
• Perform and properly complete daily pre- and post-trip inspections and duties
• Comply with all traffic ordinances, OSPI regulations, school district procedures, and all state and federal laws
• Follow discipline and safety policies set forth by the district
• Participate in periodic training
• Maintain all required records
• Create and maintain a safe environment for students on the buses
• Follow discipline plan for students to ensure their safety
• Instruct students on bus safety topics
• Perform duties directly related to the purpose of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise students while transporting them

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CDL for 1 year or Driver’s License for 3 years
• Prefer up to 6 months commercial driving experience
• Satisfactory 5-year driving abstract
• Clean WSP/FBI Background check
• Satisfactory DOT Physical
• Current 1st Aid/CPR card
• 21 years of age
• Satisfactory completion of SPI Bus Driver Training Course
• Must meet all current OSPI minimum qualifications for school bus drivers

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, other employees, and/or students.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations using units of American money, weight measurements, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Other Skills and Abilities

Ability to manage children effectively. Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and the community. Ability to work effectively under pressure and in stressful situations, and maintain control in emergency situations. Ability to read and follow maps, route schedules, and instructions. Ability to perform duties in accordance with all district and State requirements and policies.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to drive, handle machinery, meet deadlines, work irregular or extended hours, see close work, communicate through speech, walk, bend, or twist at the neck and trunk, reach forward.
• Occasionally required to stand, squat, kneel, repeat motions, climb, use manual and finger dexterity, lift up to 50 pounds, push/pull 25-50 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds, and occasionally reach above the head or push/pull up to 90 pounds.
• Specific vision and hearing required include seeing objects at a distance, distinguishing colors, hearing in noisy environments, and identifying sound sources.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities. The employee will frequently work outside, on slippery surfaces, in sunlight, exposed to infection, oils, petroleum products, machinery vibrations, and work under severe time constraints, in temperatures below 32°F, while soaking wet, in loud noise areas, with sudden temperature changes, and in environments with potential animal or insect bites, gases, fumes, or sprays.

The information in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position.