Bus Driver

Starting Date: Immediately

Class Code: 7941

Operate a school bus over designated routes following time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events, and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicles; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes following specified time schedules and following regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following established programs; transport students to and from school, special events, and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents that affect the safety of students.
• Maintain the bus safely operating through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance, including cleaning windows, mirrors, and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil, and water levels; check brakes, brake lights, and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus, follow district policies and procedures regarding disciplining students, contact school officials, parents, and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns, and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and unloading of disabled