School Bus Router

School Bus Router

• Flexible scheduling options are available, subject to operational needs.
• Paid training is provided and includes preparation for obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• No prior CDL experience is required.
• Benefits packages are available to eligible employees. Employer contribution levels vary based on established qualifying factors.
• A 401(k)-retirement plan is available after completion of one (1) year of service, contingent upon satisfying all other eligibility requirements.
• Employees play a vital role in contributing to a positive and meaningful experience for students/passengers every day.

This posting is for positions supporting Kent ISD with route assignment opportunities in Grand Rapids, MI.

Safely and reliably transport and assist students and other school district passengers to and from school, educational or sporting events, community-based programs and other special activities.

This position is responsible for planning school bus routes and transportation scheduled as all as general office duties including dispatching. Driving a school bus may be occasionally required.

• Meet all general qualifications for employment.
• Meet company and state standards for driving record check.
• Meet company, state, and school district standards for criminal history check.
• Meet Federal DOT guidelines and physical examination requirements.
• Pass drug and alcohol screening as established by company.
• Successfully pass Dean Transportation School Bus Driver Training Program, including:
  • Classroom instruction
  • Behind the wheel instruction
  • Written and driving skills test
• Meet Michigan School Bus Driver Certification Requirements, including:
  • Minimum hours of instruction
  • Satisfactorily pass knowledge examination
• Meet local, county, and state standards for driving skills test.
• Meet state requirements for appropriate commercial vehicle licensing.

• Plan and organize bus routes and transportation schedules to ensure safe and efficient busing is achieved.
• Use computerized routing systems, two-way radios and office equipment.
• Assist supervisors in dispatching and driving assignments, as needed.
• Prepare comprehensive narrative and statistical reports, and maintain related logs.
• Analyze situations accurately, troubleshoot and adopt an effective course of action to solve problems.
• Assist walk-in visitors who come into the dispatch office, as needed.
• Participate in computer training and other required company training.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your assigned vehicle as required.
• Use established routes and designated bus stops.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required.
• Instruct passenger riders regarding safety.
• Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
• Drive with safety of passengers as first priority.
• Establish favorable working relationships with other drivers, office and maintenance personnel, bus attendants and monitors, passengers, parents, teachers, principals, and total school or program staff.
• Achieve self‑improvement by attending training sessions, annual in‑service, and workshops conducted by Dean Transportation and/or other approved agencies.

• Demonstrate proficiency with computers, multi‑line phone systems and office equipment.
• Plan and organize the route planning and dispatch services of the operation center.
• Operate all vehicle types in transporting passengers used by Dean Transportation.
• Identify with geographic service area of school district and routes you travel.
• Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state laws and local ordinances.
• Deal with exuberant behavior characteristics of student passengers.
• Administer disciplinary procedures in keeping with company policies.
• Be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies and day‑to‑day operations.
• Successfully conduct a bus evacuation drill as required by company management.
• Keep accurate records and reports as required, submit in a legible condition, and turn in at the…