The Ocosta School District is now accepting applications for Substitute Bus Drivers. The bus driver will be expected to operate school buses under all types of weather conditions, including, but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow, and ice. And they will transport students and other authorized persons over established routes, and on field, co-curricular and special or extra activity trips as authorized by school district administration.

Desired Qualifications:

High School Diploma
Valid First Aid Card
Current Washington State Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or ability to obtain one
Successful completion of Washington State Patrol background and fingerprint check

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Inspect and cleans school buses and related equipment as required by state and district policy.
Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety. Report unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
Complete forms, records and reports as required by the state or local school district policies.
Successfully complete school bus driver training programs and courses established by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction or the school district.
Operate a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies promulgated by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Operate all school bus equipment and accessories, including but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, snow chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc.
Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment.
Clean and service the school bus to include interior/exterior sweeping and washing, installation of fuel, oil and coolant, tire inflation, etc.
Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State (minimum) School Bus Specifications.
Perform basic first aid as appropriate, which may include CPR.
Legible and accurate completion of forms, records, time sheets, trip requests, route studies, trouble reports, misconduct reports, accident reports and other clerical type activities as may be required.

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation and benefits that are competitive with industry standards
If the substitute works, or is anticipated to work, 630hrs per school year or more: Medical/Dental/Vision/Supplemental benefits are available through the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB)
Sick Leave

Employment is contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.

Ocosta - Substitute Bus Drivers