POSITION: BUS DRIVER

FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT

FTE STATUS: 1.0

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF TRANSPORTATION

DATE: 2024.2025 School Year

SUMMARY:

The Bus Driver is responsible for ensuring student safety while students are being transported; including all responsibilities connected to operating a school bus per all state and federal laws and all district policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drives the school bus in accordance with district standards and the State of Michigan traffic ordinances to ensure that students are transported in a safe and efficient manner
Responsible for loading and unloading students and coordinating the activity with the assistance of parents/guardians, staff and the transportation aide, as appropriate
Operates and is responsible for working with the transportation aide to ensure the safe operation of the wheelchair lift
Responsible for transporting students that may have medical needs such as: behavioral issues, oral and tracheal suctioning, Diastat and other items as identified in the student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
Ensures that wheelchairs are locked down and secure in accordance with district procedures.
Responsible for crisis prevention intervention (Mandated reporter, concerns of suicide, child abuse etc)
Ensures with the transportation aide, that other equipment used to transport special education students is properly secured before moving the bus to provide for the safety of students
Maintains the following school bus driver skills and demonstrates satisfactory performance of these skills:
- Starting the engine
- Turning corners and curves
- Starting from a stopped position on an upgrade
- Backing up and steering
- Signaling for turns and stops and for overtaking slower moving vehicles
- Showing judgment in driving according to road, traffic and weather conditions
Maneuvering bus in limited quarters that are 35 feet or longer in order to:
- Park parallel and diagonally, pull out of a parking space and back into or out of a parking space
- Turn bus around in a limited area
- Pull off road into a loading zone and return to the roadway
- Position bus for loading students at the school
- Operate the vehicle without assistance
Completes and documents the pre- and post-checklist which includes inspecting the bus lights, brakes, turn signals, gas, oil, tires and mirror system alignment in accordance with district standards
Fuels the bus in accordance with district procedures
Maintains the appearance of the bus and ensures the interior is clean, the exterior is washed, the back of the bus is clean to ensure that lettering, lights and license plate can be viewed at all times, and windows in the front, back and driver side are clean and clear for maximum visibility
Reports in writing according to established procedures any needed bus repairs and follows up to ensure that bus repairs are completed in a timely fashion
Responsible for maintaining discipline of students while on the bus and offer due process to all students and following through with appropriate documentation when necessary. Work with the program staff to maintain discipline in accordance with district procedure.
Consistently promotes fairness, respect, and different viewpoints in all responsibilities
In cooperation with program staff, implements behavior intervention plans, as appropriate
Ensures with the transportation aide that students' belongings and materials, including backpacks and medical supplies, are delivered with the students
Demonstrates proper fire drill procedures, evacuation of the bus and the proper use of fire extinguishers, flares and other safety equipment
Continually update your route description and indicate by initialing weekly
Prepares reports when necessary involving personnel, student and staff incidents and vehicle accidents, including broken glass and other equipment
Comply with pick-up and drop-off locations and times
Operates radio to communicate with supervisor(s) when problems, emergencies or disruption of regular service occur
Comply with all directives from supervisors whether written or verbal
Comply with the district policies, procedures, transportation handbook and the beginning school bus driver manual
Keep in confidence all personal, student or personnel records and information
Participates in district and school initiatives, adheres to building and district school improvement plans
Adheres to, interprets and implements all district policies, administrative guidelines and procedures
Conducts behavior to demonstrate collegiality and professionalism
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential job function
Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has supervisory responsibilities over students

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Alternative requirements that may be appropriate and acceptable to the Board of Education may be considered. 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High School Diploma or Equivalent.
Possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class B with a (P) Passenger and (S) School Bus and air brake endorsement required.
Pass a DOT physical and pass a pre-hire drug test and comply with the federal DOT random drug testing program.
Must be capable of operating all fleet vehicles used for transporting students.
Must be capable of backing up and turning around vehicles that are 35 feet or longer.
Must be able to understand mechanical functions and report vehicle defects.
Must be able to deal effectively with children and parents.
Must be able to control the bus and students simultaneously.
Prefer certification in CPR and First Aid.
Applicants must satisfactorily pass a criminal background check as defined by the State of Michigan.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to explain and demonstrate appropriate leadership techniques.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret periodicals and professional journals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from all stakeholders.
Ability to express self clearly, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read, analyze and interpret information.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Ability to integrate technology into the everyday work flow is necessary.
Ability to utilize District technology and work to maintain proficiency, as required skill sets change with technology and/or the needs of the District.
Ability to use computer technology for research, data management, communications and other instruction.
Ability to use a personal computer (PC) or MAC in a networked environment to utilize the Internet and other electronic communications mechanisms.
Knowledge of productivity applications such as Microsoft Office (word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation software) is required.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to apply the concepts of basic math, algebra and geometry consistent with the duties of this position.

REASONING ABILITY:

Highly proficient in subject areas of: reasoning, problem solving, organizational dynamics and emotional intelligence.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Exhibit a high level of professionalism with the ability to handle confidential information, use good judgment, plan and handle complex projects and maintain a flexible attitude.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

Ability to build rapport with others and to serve diverse publics.
Ability to take initiative; work well with others as a collaborative team member and exhibit good communication skills.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other departments, agencies and individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 55 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and the ability to adjust focus. The ability to travel to other buildings is required. The position requires the individual to sometimes work irregular or extended work hours and meet multiple demands from several people.

ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is quiet to loud depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for the safety and well-being of students. The employee is exposed to infections at a greater risk than the average person. Occasionally the employee may be required to be outdoors for a short period of time, and therefore subject to varying weather conditions, for purposes of accomplishing the essential functions of this job.

TERMS:

The contract, salary and other employment conditions are to be determined by the current collective bargaining agreement between the Lincoln Consolidated Schools and the Lincoln Consolidated Transportation Union (LCTU). Further, applicants must agree to fully participate in all relevant training inclusive of or unique to the department assigned and the District.

FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work and to detail the required knowledge, skills and ability as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the duties of employees under supervision. Lincoln Consolidated Schools retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment.

This position description is not a contract for employment.

Lincoln Consolidated Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Lincoln Consolidated Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, genetic information or any legally protected characteristic, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

"The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the District."

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