Bus Driver Job Dubuque area,Iowa USA,Transportation

Position: 25-26 Bus Driver

Job Description

DUBUQUE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION-BUS DRIVER

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to meet all Department of Education requirements for school bus drivers, including licensing, training, background checks, drug screens and health standards.
Ability to work with, lead and teach students appropriate bus behavior and rules.
Positive, patient, flexible attitude to work in a structured environment.
Ability to keep bus in clean working condition.
Strong communication skills.

Experience

School bus or large vehicle driving experience preferred.
Acceptable driving record.
Knowledge of the streets and roads of the DCSD area.
Some knowledge of automotive mechanics preferred.
Experience working with or supervising children preferred.

Working Relationships

Works with:
Drivers, Attendants, Dispatchers, Mechanics & General Public
Supervises:
Students
Reports to:

Assistant Manager and Manager of Transportation

Basic Function

To provide safe, efficient and reliable transportation for eligible students of the Dubuque Community School District.

Paid training – in‑house Entry Level Driver Training program available for qualified applicants needing licensing.

Salary: $21.29/hr with guaranteed 2 hour minimum per shift.

Electronic routing programs provided for driving directions and student information.

Position Responsibilities

Maintain a current commercial driver’s license, CDL physical and school bus permit.

Observe all state laws and regulations to be a safe, defensive and courteous driver.

All employees are subject to pre‑hire and periodic background investigation.

All drivers are subject to pre‑hire alcohol and drug screen at employer’s expense.

Must report on demand for random or post‑accident drug and alcohol testing.

Report to work in a timely manner to perform all duties as scheduled.

Complete pre‑use bus inspection and report any faults to mechanics.

Acquire current knowledge of the roads and streets within the Dubuque Community School District.

Use provided route information to run on schedule.

Supervise safe loading, unloading and transportation of students from age 2 to 21.

Be a positive role model for students by exhibiting professional work habits.

Teach students safe riding habits and emergency evacuation procedures.

Be able to relate to and work with students with medical, mental or physical needs.

Follow any required special handling requirements that students may need.

Ensure child restraint equipment or seat belts are properly used.

Maintain order with respect and refer misbehaved student activity to the Transportation Manager.

Maintain confidentiality of all records and student information.

Legibly and accurately complete all required paperwork and record keeping.

Report accurate description of child abuse when observed.

Keep route or trip vehicle interior and exterior in clean condition.

Fuel vehicle, perform post‑trip inspection and other minor maintenance tasks.

Report operational condition to mechanics as needed for repair.

Be available and successfully complete all required training.

Be able to learn technology requirements as needed.

Communicate information clearly and in an appropriate, professional manner.

Work effectively in stressful, emergency situations when they occur.

Report to supervisor any traffic accidents and/or violations when they occur.

Use a positive professional attitude with co‑workers, school staff, parents and students.

All duties are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. Duties may be added to or eliminated at any time.

Working Conditions

Risk of exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.

Risk involved with working in a moving environment: driving in traffic, on highways, side streets, parking lots and rough rural roads.

Risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

Acceptable to work in varying temperatures; extreme heat or cold.

Ability to work around vehicles with loud, noisy, moving parts.

Possible exposure to vehicle exhaust and cleaning supplies.

Position Expectations Regarding Professionalism, Confidentiality and Training

Maintain professional emotional behavior at all times.

Profanity is strictly prohibited.

Personal cell phone use while…