Job Grade 112

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, to operate a school bus or transportation vehicle over designated routes within an established time schedule; to transport students to and from school and on special event trips; to perform daily inspections of a bus or transportation equipment; and to do other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintains a cooperative relationship with fellow staff members, students, and the general public.
• Adheres to and enforces district, state, and federal laws, policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip inspections.
• Drives a school bus or transportation vehicle over assigned routes in accordance with an established time schedule.
• Obeys all traffic laws.
• Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Transports children to and from school.
• Load and unload students safely at designated stops and on field trips.
• Transports only authorized students and adults.
• Shows proficiency in handling and maneuvering school bus safely and professionally.
• Assists in evaluating transportation routes, and report unsafe road conditions.
• Plans, organizes and implements students’ safety and pupil transportation vehicle evacuation drills.
• Maintains bus or transportation vehicle in a clean and orderly condition, and inspects and reports any mechanical defects or malfunctions.
• Adheres to policies and procedures in maintaining appropriate student behavior.
• Responds to public contacts concerning transportation problems and concerns.
• Completes the daily transportation activity record, including number of students transported, mileage, type of trip, and standby time.
• May transport children with special learning needs and physical handicaps.
• Administers first aid as required, and contacts appropriate administrators in case of serious injury or illness.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and skill is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and skill could be:

Experience:

• One year of experience in the transportation of school children, or the completion of a school bus driver training program.
• Safe driving record.

Education:

High School diploma

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid school bus driver’s certificate.
• Valid first aid card.
• Pass physical examination in accordance with OAR 581-53-006 (7)
• Pass Drug and Alcohol Testing in accordance with Federal, State, and District requirements.

All school employees are subject to the vaccine rules set forth by the Oregon Health Authority in OAR 333-019-1030, which means we are requesting proof of vaccination or one of the listed exceptions. Proof of vaccination or an exception must be requested and accepted through Human Resources upon hire