This Position is "OPEN UNTIL FILLED"

Title:                                Bus Driver

Department:                     School Site

Classification:                   Classified

Supervised by:                  Superintendent or Designee

Work Year:                        Assigned by Superintendent

Job Purpose Statement/s:

The position of bus driver operates school buses and/or other District vehicles to transport students to and from school and related activities in a safe, timely, and economical manner.

Qualifications: 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.

• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing school transportatio
• Knowledge of safe driving techniques and motor vehicle laws.
• Full knowledge of rules and regulations outlined in the current ODE Transportation Manual
• Knowledge of the basic operation of a school
• Knowledge of proper procedures to follow in case of an emergency.
• Knowledge of communication and behavior management techniques to effectively interact with students
• Ability to successfully complete classroom and on-the, road vehicle operation training and defensive driving training.
• Must hold a current recognized first aid card under ORS 342.664 (2).

Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:

• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance
• Ability to possess and maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License and maintains an insurable status for automobile liability coverage
• Successfully pass district background screening
• Ability to possess and maintain a driving record that conforms to the requirements of the State Department of Education for the issue of a School Bus Driver’s Certific
• Possess and maintain an appropriate and valid Oregon Class B Commercial Driver's License issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the position, as certified by a physician.
• Successfully complete application and interview process.
• Acquire Commercial Driver Instruction Permit (CDL).
  1. Must pass DMV CDL C written test.
  2. Must pass DMV CDL C passenger endorsement written test.
  3. Must pass DMV CDL C school bus passenger endorsement test.
• Pass driving and Oregon criminal record checks.
• Complete and pass the FBI fingerprinting process.
• Successfully complete a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical.
• Pass drug and alcohol screening test.
• Successfully complete agility test.
• Complete a minimum of fifteen (15) hours of Behind The Wheel (BTW) training.
• Pass DMV BTW test.
• Receive CDL license and Oregon Department of Education (ODE) School Bus Driver's permit.
• YOU MAY NOW START TRANSPORTING STUDENTS
• Complete the following classroom training within 120 days of receiving ODE permit:
  1. First Aid (6 hours)
  2. Core Training (8 hours)
  3. Smith System Defensive Driving (6 hours)
• Receive ODE School Bus Driver's Certificate

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described within this job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following (Other duties may be assigned                       ·

• Operates the vehicle in accordance with Oregon Revised Statutes, Department of Motor Vehicle Code, School Bus Driver's Manual, and District policies and procedure
• Adheres to prescribed route, including time schedules arid designated student pick-up and drop-off location
• Delivers assigned vehicle for regular maintenance and service work as per arranged schedu
• Reports immediately any mechanical trouble,tire problems, inoperable safety equipment, or other questionable items to his/her immediate supervisor and /or bus
• Accepts responsibility for transporting authorized students safely under all types of co
• Conducts a pre-trip inspection of the vehicle and reports any deficiencies in equipment to the proper authority immediately.
• Maintains the assigned vehicle by cleaning items, such as the windshield (inside and outside), light lenses, floors and sea
• Reports any problems or safety hazards which exist or occur on routing, such as traffic, stops, physical obstacles, and students (both on and off the bus).
• Maintains a safe and orderly atmosphere on the bus at all times by enforcing compliance with District policies through persuasion, verbal warnings, and/or completing discipline
• Participates in meetings with school administrators to resolve student discipline problem
• Completes daily maintenance checklist, including recording fuel, oil, and mileage readings, fueling the bus, and adding oil and water, as appropriate.
• Displays good judgment and discretion in operating a vehicle in all weather and traffic co
• Greets students in a pleasant and friendly manner as they arrive and depart the v
• Maintains a neat, clean and courteous presence while on duty.
• Transports students, teachers and other authorized persons on special trips and activity trips in or outside of the Dis
• Participates in periodic in-service training.
• Provides assistance to students with special transportation ne
• Maintains a positive and effective working relationship with staff and students