Substitute Bus Yard Worker

Bryant School District; Bryant (AR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryant School District is seeking a full-time Bus Yard Worker responsible for maintaining the school bus fleet, which includes fueling and cleaning buses to ensure proper operation.

The ideal candidate must possess a current Arkansas Class B Commercial Driver’s License and be able to demonstrate proficiency with necessary equipment. This role involves both inside and outside work, often in a busy environment. Candidates must also pass a drug test and background checks.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) is required.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally with others.
• Ability to operate fuel equipment and comply with safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Fuel buses and other vehicles regularly.
• Clean the exterior and interior of buses.
• Drive buses for student transport and report issues appropriately.

Skills

Accountability

Communication, Oral

Detail Oriented

Diversity Oriented

Energetic

Friendly

Honesty / Integrity

Interpersonal

Loyal

Organized

Punctuality

Regular attendance

Reliability

Responsible

Safety Awareness

Self Motivated

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Bryant School District

Bus Yard Worker

Department: Transportation

Job Status: Full Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Transportation Director or Assistant Transportation Director

Grade/Level: Classified

Amount of Travel Required: Varies

Job Type: Regular

Positions Supervised: None

Work Schedule: 178-day contract. Hours may be flexible to meet the requirements of the District. Can also be a part-time position.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position is responsible for performing duties associated with the school bus fleet and other miscellaneous tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Fuel all buses on a daily or rotating basis as needed to ensure an adequate supply of fuel for scheduled routes and trips.
• Fuel trucks and other vehicles assigned to the Transportation Department.
• Clean exterior of buses and other school vehicles with power washing equipment.
• Park buses in assigned spaces after fueling.
• Clean interior of buses and other vehicles with brooms and/or vacuum cleaners and empty waste containers.
• Drive buses to deliver students to various locations.
• Report suspected bullying to building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies.
• Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse.
• Adhere to all policies of the District.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Assistant Transportation Director.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competency Statements

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
• Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Punctuality - Ability to report to work on time on a day-to-day basis.
• Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required

Experience

None

Computer Skills

Shall be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position, as necessary.

Certifications & Licenses

1. Must have current Arkansas Class B Commercial Driver’s License with School Bus Passenger Endorsement.
2. Must have current Arkansas certification for operating fueling equipment and devices.

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of pre-employment background checks.
• Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times while around students and other staff members.
• Must successfully pass required DOT drug test.
• Must have a physical exam on file every two years.
• Must attend annual bus safety meeting provided by the State of Arkansas.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Other Physical Requirements

• Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth)
• Sense of Sound – Able to carry on normal conversation and communicate by telephone or portable radio.
• Sense of Touch
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – As required for the position.
• Sense of Balance

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment for this position is generally in a garage/shop setting with both inside and outside work. The noise level is moderate to high in most situations. Some exposure to extreme heat or cold may be encountered depending on the job assignment and the season of the year.