Bus Driver Full Time/ Part Time

BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT:             Transportation

JOB TITLE:                   Bus Driver – Route/Activity

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent preferred – experience in transportation will be considered in lieu of HS diploma
2. Certification: Valid NE school bus driver’s license

Successfully pass medical physical as prescribed by law

1. Experience Desired: Previous bus driving or commercial driving
2. Attendance: Performance of this position requires attendance during route time frames. Hours may be adjusted for regular and activity routes.
3. Other Requirements: Cooperative and flexible; pleasant personality; ability to communicate with staff, students and public; appropriate dress and appearance.

REPORTS TO:                                 Transportation Director

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:         Transportation Director

EVALUATED BY:                             Transportation Director

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To maintain and promote the safe handling of school bus transportation vehicles and the safe transportation of students & staff, the bus driver will:

• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory school bus safety regulations.
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.
• Report behavior incidents to the Transportation Director and/or Principal.
• Maintain a clean vehicle on a daily basis.
• Keep the assigned time schedule for normal, daily routes and special activity trips.
• Check the vehicle for mechanical and tire defects before each operation.
• Follow bus routes as outlined/developed by the Transportation Director.
• Notify the Transportation Director and/or District Mechanic immediately, in writing, of any vehicle mechanical defect or failure.
• Deliver passengers at authorized stops.
• Assume and exercise responsible leadership on in-district and out-of-district trips.
• Transport only authorized riders.
• Report and submit all documents relating to accidents and incidents to the proper authorities (Transportation Director, law enforcement officials, insurances representatives, school administrators, parents/guardians).
• Enforce all rules and regulations regarding bus rider behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Administration.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Compensation and work year to be established by the Board upon recommendation of the Administration.