Substitute School Bus Driver

Fort Dodge Community School District; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Fort Dodge seeks a qualified Bus Driver to ensure safe transportation of students to and from school and events. Candidates must possess a Class B CDL with necessary endorsements and an Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, safe driving practices, and maintaining effective communication with students. This position offers an opportunity to be part of a committed team dedicated to student safety and well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum Class B (CDL) with passenger and air‑brake endorsement.
• Possess acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Know and obey all Federal, State and local rules governing bus drivers.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports students to/from school and events.
• Completes pre-trip inspections before routes.
• Operates bus in a safe and legal manner.

Skills

Class B CDL with passenger and air-brake endorsement

Physical and mental capability for responsibilities

Knowledge of safety and regulation rules

Education

Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit

Job description

Supervisor: Director of Transportation

Contract Length: 180 days

Job Classification: Bus-Driver

FLSA Status: non-exempt

In the Fort Dodge Community School District, we are professional, high-performing team players focused on delivering the best possible learning experience for each one of our 3700 students. We respect diversity, value integrity, reward competitively, celebrate success and support employee growth and development. We aim to attract, develop and retain the best people as part of our Dodger family.

Job Summary

Safely and reliably transports and assists students and other school district passengers to and from school, educational or sporting events, community-based programs and other special activities.

Essential Functions

• Completes, prior to each trip/route, the required pre-trip/route inspection. (e.g., keeps the windows, mirrors and all lights clean of dirt, ice, and snow).
• Checks regularly to keep the vehicle full of oil, gas and anti-freeze for its scheduled assignment.
• Operates the bus and related vehicle equipment in a safe, efficient, and legal manner, including radio communications and traffic laws.
• Checks to see all students are remained seated while in route.
• Completes the assigned route/trip on a safe, but timely basis.
• Maintains and enforces all provisions of the District's Bus-Safety Rules for riders.
• Operates wheel chair lift when needed.
• Complete securement of wheel chairs, car seats, seat belts, and other types of safety equipment.
• May assist disabled students with special needs loading and unloading.
• Completes the post-trip/route walk through requirements. (e.g., checks for sleeping children, book bags, instruments or damage to the vehicle).
• Confronts emergency situations in accordance with safety-standard operational procedures.
• When necessary, provides assistance to students who need help in cleaning up body fluids.
• Meets contract obligations regarding attendance and punctuality.
• Establishes and maintains effective communication with the riders.
• Guide and instruct students on posted School Bus Rules and discipline according to District guidelines.
• Report to Transportation Director all route changes, route hazards, dangerous bus stops.

Qualifications

• Minimum Class B (CDL), with passenger, air‑brake endorsement and the Iowa School Bus Operator's Permit.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Possess the physical and mental capability for assigned responsibilities.
• Possess no personal or moral habits which would be detrimental to the safety and welfare of transported students.
• Know, understand and obey all Federal, State and local rules and regulations governing bus drivers and the operation of a school bus.
• Possess a motor vehicle record that is acceptable to the District's insurance carrier.
• Demonstrated aptitude and ability to fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical Requirements

Amount of Time Physical Activity Occasionally (1%-32%) Frequently (33%-65%) Constantly (66%-100%) Mobility - X - Bend - X - Talk - X - Hear - - X Operate Computer X - - Stationary Position - X - Balance - X - Lift Up to 20 pounds X - - Manual Dexterity Tasks - X - Reaching/Pushing/Pulling X - - Sitting - - X Carrying (25 feet) X -

Working Conditions

Amount of Time Working Conditions Occasionally (1%-32%) Frequently (33%-65%) Constantly (66%-100%) District Office Hours X - - Indoors X - - Weekends/Off Schedule X - - Temperature Extremes - X -

Rev. 7/2023

Fort Dodge Community School District is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.