Bus Driver; Route Driver

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Retirement: PSERS

Contract Work Year: 180 (student school calendar days)

Reports to:
Transportation Supervisor

Minimum Qualifications

Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of any GED Testing Program required. Candidates must be a minimum of 21 years of age, possess a valid Georgia CDL with PS endorsement, and must have a good driving record for a minimum of the past three years. Experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Must have a pre- employment and annual physical exam by a licensed doctor of the district’s choice.

No addiction to alcohol or narcotic drugs. Drivers must submit to random drug testing and mandatory post-accident drug testing. A criminal background check is required.

Goal

Transport students to and from assigned education centers or designation. Controls passenger’s behavior and maintains safe operation of the assigned bus.

• Contacts dispatch as prescribed before and after route.
• Communicates with the department and schools effectively.
• Maintains a positive attitude toward the job, fellow workers, school staff, students, and parents.
• Drives designated route according to stop schedule and transports students to and from school or trip designations.
• Performs pre and post trip inspections of the bus as required. Returns paperwork and keys promptly.
• Fuels the bus as needed for the next route.
• Performs necessary average lifting up to 50 pounds and can assist in bus evacuations.
• Submits all reports and time sheets in a timely manner.
• Delivers bus to Fleet Mechanic as directed for scheduled maintenance.
• Reports any damage on the interior or exterior to the Fleet Mechanic using appropriate documentation.
• Follows work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.
• Operates the bus without receiving a traffic violation or warning citation form state or local enforcement. Any such incidents are reported in a timely manner.
• Operates the bus without any preventable accidents.
• Maintains external and internal cleanliness of the bus as required for safe and comfortable operation.
• Monitors/operates communication devices for essential and emergency transmissions only.
• Conducts emergency drills as required.
• Reports delays, accidents, and unusual situations to the Director of Facilities and Operations.
• Maintains student discipline on the bus and refers serious infractions to the appropriate administrator using the Bus Referral Discipline Form.
• Establishes, maintains, and utilizes seating assignments as prescribed.
• Collects, maintains, and periodically updates emergency information and is aware of student’s medical needs reported by the parent/guardian.
• Presents a professional appearance.
• Has the ability to drive any make or model of bus in the fleet.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and materials; adheres to the chain of command.
• Follows federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.