Bus Driver-CDL (Full-Time)

Terms of Employment

Full-time, 174 days (depending on start date), 6 hours per day. Wages are based on experience and per our Classified Salary Schedule (CDL Drivers $22.26-$33.98). The District provides its employees with a comprehensive benefits program including medical, life, and dental insurance. The District provides two medical plans for which it pays the full premium for employees, and a third option is a buy-up plan for which the district pays the majority of the premium. In addition, the District pays the full employee premium for dental insurance and life insurance. The District contributes to PERA on each employee's behalf and offers additional retirement savings options as well as optional supplemental insurance. Employees also receive paid time off. Worker’s compensation and unemployment insurance are provided in accordance with State law.

Position Purpose

This position is a dual role of driver and paraprofessional. Typically, 4 hours per day will be spent as a driver and 2 hours per day will be spent at a school or the administration building working as a paraprofessional. Depending on the location the responsibilities may vary.

Under the general supervision of the Transportation Director, to ensure the safe transportation of students, staff, and others to and from school, residential neighborhoods, and field trips. Under the general supervision of the building principal, to supervise and assist students in a classroom or lunchroom setting if working in a school. If working in the Administration Building, responsibilities may vary.

Summary

Operate a school bus in order to transport students in a safe and timely manner to, from, and in between schools. Will also transport students on District sponsored activity trips.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Maintain and promote a professional and defensive driving attitude at all times.
To drive regular routes, activity trips, and substitute as assigned.
To perform a daily pre-trip inspection, assuring that all equipment, including safety devices are in a safe and proper operating order.
To keep daily records of mileage, number of student passengers and vehicle pre-trip inspections.
Operate school transportation vehicles in compliance with all laws, rules and regulations set forth by district, state and federal agencies.
To maintain proper student discipline per Board policy, as required to transport all passengers safely.
To clean interior and maintain equipment in a safe operating condition and to report all defects as soon as possible.
To report immediately (by radio or telephone) any emergencies, breakdowns, accidents, driving hazards, or incidents of damage or vandalism or delays while in route
Participate in in-service training programs, such as driver meetings and regional or state institutes and driver training courses
Attend work and arrive in a timely manner
Perform other duties as assigned

Confidential Information

Staff members shall not access, receive, transmit or retransmit material regarding students, parents/guardians or district employees that is protected by confidentiality laws.
If material is not legally protected but is of a confidential or sensitive nature, great care
shall be taken to ensure that only those with a “need to know” are allowed access to
the material.
Staff members shall handle all employee, student, and district records in accordance with applicable district policies.
Staff members who intentionally disclose student records, other confidential student information and/or district information may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Education and Related Work Experience

High school diploma or equivalent
Experience working with children preferred

Licenses/Certifications

Criminal background check

Valid Colorado Driver’s License

Must be 18 years of age and obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with P and S endorsement

Pass Department of Transportation (DOT) physical

Pass pre-employment drug and alcohol tests

First Aid certification required within 60 days of hire

Must meet District driver insurability requirements

Technical Skills and Knowledge

Oral and written communication skills
English language skills
Math skills
Customer service and public relations skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Bilingual oral and written communication skills desired
Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job
Ability to manage multiple priorities
Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations
Ability to be patient and flexible to work with special needs students
Knowledge of applicable state and federal transportation laws
Knowledge of Weld RE-5J policies and procedures
Knowledge of city and county roads and locations of schools
Knowledge of student behavior management techniques
Ability to use District computer systems for basic word processing, e-mail, and data entry, as well as record work hours and/or
absences on District time management programs
Ability to maintain professional working relationships with all District staff and community members and be part of a team
Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills
Ability to effectively communicate with parents, staff, and community Ability to participate and working a team environment.
Ability to maintain honesty and integrity in all aspects of the job.
Ability and willingness adhere to attendance requirements, including regular and punctual employee presence.
Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures.
Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt