Substitute School Bus Driver

Applitrack; Old Orchard Beach (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

RSU 23 Old Orchard Beach Schools is seeking a part-time school bus driver to serve as a substitute district-wide. The role involves picking up and dropping off students, adhering to strict schedules, and performing safety checks on the bus.

The candidate must pass a physical exam within 60 days, complete a DOT drug/alcohol history check, maintain a clean driving record, and meet citizenship/residency/work visa requirements.

Qualifications

• Physical examination by a licensed Doctor within 60 days prior to employment.
• Drug and Alcohol history check for DOT testing; no addiction to alcohol or narcotics.
• Maintains a clean driving record to maintain driver's license.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Obey all state and federal traffic laws and district regulations.
• Picks up and drops off students at authorized stops adhering to strict time schedules.
• Conducts daily pre/post exterior and interior safety checks of the bus and reports issues.
• Maintains discipline and enforces student conduct on the bus.
• Reports behavior problems to the Administrator.
• Reports accidents and completes required reports.
• Notifies the Director of Transportation and Maintenance of delays or issues.
• Inspects bus after each run to ensure no students remain onboard.
• Refer bus stop change requests to the Director for approval.
• Exhibits professional conduct, confidentiality and proper language.
• Sets a good example in hygiene, neatness and dress.
• Maintains communication with Director regarding health and wellness issues.

Skills

Clean driving record

DOT drug and alcohol testing

Legal work authorization

Job description

Location: RSU 23 Old Orchard Beach Schools

School Bus Driver: Substitute(s) District Wide

Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, RSU 23 is a 700 student, three-school district seeking a Part TimeBus Driver. The successful candidate should possess the following:

• Physical examination by a licensed Doctor of Medicine within 60 days prior to the date of employment.
• Must submit to Drug and Alcohol history check for DOT regulated testing and not have addiction to the use of alcohol or narcotic drugs.
• Maintains a clean driving record necessary to maintain drivers license.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)

• Assumes personal responsibility for obeying all state and federal traffic laws and for compliance with the regulations of the Maine Association of Pupil Transportation governing the operation of school buses.
• Picks up and drops off students at authorized stops while adhering to strict time schedules Transports only authorized students.
• Conducts a daily pre/post exterior and interior safety check of bus and notifies maintenance of any mechanical issues.
• Maintains discipline when students are on bus. Enforces rules/regulations for student conduct and behavior while on school bus.
• Reports behavior problems to the appropriate Administrator.
• Reports all accidents immediately and completes required accident reports.
• Reports any moving violations to the Director of Transportation and Maintenance immediately.
• Cleans interior of bus daily and washes exterior as needed.
• Notifies proper authorities in the event of accident, mechanical failure or delays, maintains rider list for emergencies.
• Inspects bus after each run to ensure no students remain on bus.
• Refer all bus stop change requests to the Director of Transportation and Maintenance for approval.
• Exercises responsible leadership at all times.
• Displays the poise of a disciplined person; is tactful in dealing with others,; is resourceful and self reliant; demonstrates respect for self and others, accepts suggestions and follows instructions. Follows the proper channels of command and exercises confidentiality of privileged information relating to school and personal matters.
• Sets a good example in areas of personal hygiene, neatness and proper dress, courtesy, consideration and proper use of language. Vulgar or sexually suggestive language is not permitted at any time.
• Maintains communication with Director of Transportation regarding health and wellness issues that would hinder driving bus.
• Performs other tasks relevant to Transportation department as assigned by Director of Transportation and/or Transportation Supervisor from time to time.

PAY RATE: $22.03 - $27.58

RSU 23 is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.