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Fairless Local Schools Fairless Local Schools District Office
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Job : 5013157

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 03, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Title:
BUS DRIVER

Reports to: Business Director

Job Objective: Provides for the safe, efficient, and courteous transportation of students.

Minimum
· High school diploma or GED.

Qualifications:
· Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).

• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Meets qualifications defined in the current Ohio Revised Code, Ohio Pupil Transportation Operation & Safety Rules, and school board policy.
• Completion of the Ohio Pre-Service School Bus Driver Training Program.
• Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with school bus and passenger endorsements. Meets all prerequisite and ongoing qualifications to be covered by the district’s insurance carrier.
• Satisfactory pre-employment and ongoing random drug/alcohol test results.
• Ability to assist students with disabilities (e.g., mobility, transferring, positioning, etc.).
• Ability to cope with stressful traffic, weather conditions, and passenger distractions.
• Demonstrates maturity and the ability to work with students and their families.

Essential The following are typical work responsibilities. A reasonable accommodation may be made to

Functions: enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Operates the assigned vehicle according to all motor vehicle laws. Keeps the business director informed about emerging issues.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district. Supports community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Practices defensive driving techniques. Maintains established routes and time schedules.
  
  Note:
  
  Safety is the top priority even if delays disrupt the bus schedule.
• Transports only authorized passengers. Picks up and unloads students only at approved stops. Keeps route sheets up-to-date. Offers routing suggestions.
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections. Checks fire, emergency equipment, and first aid supplies. Describes equipment concerns/malfunctions in writing.
• Assists student as requested or when behavior suggests help is needed.
• Supervises bus loading and unloading procedures. Operates the wheelchair lift. Ensures that wheelchairs are properly secured before operating the bus.
• Inspects harnesses, restraints, and other safety devices. Immediately corrects or reports unsafe conditions and/or defective equipment.
• Anticipates and prepares to provide assistance when aware of passengers with medical or other health considerations.
• Monitors student behavior. Upholds safety regulations. Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior.
• Promotes the proper use and care of school property. Reports discipline problems, vandalism, graffiti, and other related concerns.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Watches for student behavior that may indicate a problem (e.g., profanity, teasing, bullying, distress, etc.). Intervenes and/or reports concerns to an administrator.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Assumes responsibility for the interior/exterior cleanliness of the vehicle.
• Attempts to identify and report vehicles that fail to comply with traffic regulations (e.g., failure to stop for flashing bus lights, passing in prohibited zones, etc.).
• Uses proper protocol when operating communication equipment.
• Immediately reports all traffic citations and accidents. Promptly documents all injuries that require medical attention.
• Reports road hazards along the bus route to the business director.
• Participates in the district’s bus safety program as directed.

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