Bus Driver

Classification:
Transportation Staff;

Schedule:

Part Time As Needed;

Reports to:

CFO;
Supervises: NA; FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt.

Responsible for transporting students and teachers to and from school related events while maintaining a safe environment.

• Be a born-again believer who demonstrates commitment to Christian education
• Be in agreement with the Lakeland Christian School Statement of Faith and staff qualifications
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• 1 + years’ experience driving a school bus (training provided for the right candidate)
• Current, valid state of Florida Class A or B commercial Driver’s License required with airbrake knowledge test; and P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements required. Drivers must also pass the CDL
• Physical exam each calendar year

• No Type A Violations in the past five years
• No more than three Type B Violations in the past three years
• No more than two at-fault accidents the past three years
• Must be reliable

• Uphold and ensure compliance of all LCS policies and procedures.
• Transport students for school activities in accordance with the schools vehicle safety program in required time schedules.
• Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of students while on bus.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Assist students with getting on and off the bus when required.
• Observe and report safety hazards and bus maintenance or repair needs to the Facilities Manager.
• In addition, other duties that may be required as directed by Facilities Manager.

• Knowledge of the Florida Motor Vehicle Code as applied to the operation of vehicles used in the transport of school children.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices.
• Ability to read and write at a level necessary to successfully perform the required duties
• Ability to understand and carry out routine oral and written instructions.
• Ability to drive a school bus safely and efficiently.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and extreme caution while driving.
• Must maintain valid certification
• Must possess a positive attitude and work well with others

• Continuous use of hands, fingers, and wrists repetitively.
• Using both hands and legs simultaneously.
• Repeated stooping, bending, and kneeling.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, and maintaining balance.
• Reaching over head.
• Rapid mental/muscular coordination.
• Verbal, auditory, and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner.
• Accurate depth perception.

• Entry level

• Part-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Education Administration Programs