Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Starting Wage: $20.60

Immediate Supervisor: Kaw Valley USD 321 Transportation Director

Starting Date: Immediately

Each person employed by Kaw Valley USD 321 who will provide student transportation shall be licensed in accordance with K.S.A. 8-234b and amendments thereto.

• Shall maintain a commercial class A or B driver’s license, with both “P” (passenger) and “S” (school bus) endorsements
• Complete Entry Level Behind the Wheel Training (ELDT) with a FMCSA registered training provider - minimum of 12 hours
• Must pass Kansas Department of Transportation required background check and drug testing
• Complete an approved First Aid/CPR course (within 30 days of the first day of student transport, and certification renewed and kept current)
• Pass a state approved Defensive Driving Course (within 30 days of the first day of student transport, and renewed at minimum every 3 years)
• Have a physical examination in accordance with the Kansas Department of Transportation form 1541
• Attend 10 safety meetings annually
• Route drivers must be a minimum of 18 years of age, Activity Drivers must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

• Maintain daily transportation logs (including documentation of safety checks) and submit to supervisor
• Report mechanical problems or routine maintenance needs to Director of Transportation
• Collaborate with other drivers and transportation personnel to develop and implement daily routes as well as monthly planning of activity trips
• Communicate effectively and in a professional manner with parents and other stakeholders
• Maintain a route map in assigned bus and current copy with Transportation Director and Building Administrator
• Follow pick-up times as indicated on route sheets
• Maintain cleanliness of assigned bus (both inside and outside)
• Maintain a safe and orderly environment while driving the bus

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $20.50 Per Hour