School Van Driver; Regular and Substitute

School Van Driver (Regular and Substitute)

Ballard CSD Ballard Transportation Department - Huxley, Iowa Open in Google Maps

Job : 5131622
Final date to receive applications: May 01, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)
Re-Posted: Yesterday

Basic Function:
To provide safe and efficient transportation that will enable students to enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the district’s curriculum and extracurricular programs.

• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.
• Report undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Keep to assigned schedule.
• Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects.
• Notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district trips.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Report all accidents and complete required reports.
• Enforce regulations against smoking on the bus.
• Demonstrate organization and professionalism in fulfilling the responsibilities of the job.
• Greet all students, faculty, staff, and visitors courteously.
• Maintain a positive rapport with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Cooperate with and work in a courteous manner with co-workers and other personnel.
• Dress appropriately for the position and work required.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward school, students, and job and communicate the same to the community.
• Accept constructive criticism and suggestions and seek to improve each performance responsibility.
• Maintain confidentiality in the school operation.
• Adhere to applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations, board policies and administrative rules.

• Possess a valid Iowa driver’s license and hold a safe driving record.
• Possess a current DOT physical.
• Must pass a drug screen and background check.

• Exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
• Exposure to diesel and automotive fumes.
• Make driving decisions that greatly impact their passengers.
• Must keep control of the vehicle and keep pace with traffic.
• May be exposed to contaminants and the diseases and infections carried by school children.
• May be exposed to hazardous driving conditions.
• Work within several inches of passengers that require assistance boarding.

The statements contained herein describe the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

• Substitute >
  Substitute
• Support Staff >
  Transportation

• Amber Jungst , HR Specialist
• 509 N. Main Ave
• Huxley, Iowa 50124
• Phone:
• Email: ajungst.ia.us