School Bus Route Driver

Catlin Gabel School seeks to employ the best qualified individuals from available applicants and to provide them with opportunity for advancement in a manner that does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal equal employment opportunity laws or regulations.

The School believes that each employee contributes significantly to the school’s success. The assigned responsibilities should not limit that contribution. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent or the organization to just the work identified. We expect each employee to offer his or her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

This position is part-time, hourly, and between 0.5 - 0.75 FTE.

Under the supervision of the Transportation Manager, the School Bus Route Driver is responsible for safely operating a school bus on assigned routes and trips. This role ensures the safe and timely transportation of students to and from school, field trips, and other approved activities while maintaining compliance with all traffic laws, safety procedures, and district policies.

We are a small but dynamic transportation team seeking a qualified driver who wants to be part of a supportive and close-knit community. While we prefer candidates who can handle both daily routes and additional trips, we are willing to be flexible for the right person.

Pay Range: $32/hour. If pursuing a CDL, a pay rate of $28/hour would apply.

Additionally, regular bus route drivers in good standing are eligible for a retention bonus of $500 for successfully completing the 26-27 school year.

• Drive an assigned morning and afternoon bus route on school days and drive class and athletics trips between routes (as available).
• Follow the schedule distributed by the Transportation Manager.
• Perform both pre- and post-inspection of the bus on a daily basis, performing all required testing to ensure the bus is safe to operate.
• Complete a Vehicle Inspection Report for all routes and trips, noting any bus defects.
• Load and unload students at designated route stops and/or campus areas.
• Return the bus to the assigned parking area.
• Maintain clean conditions in the interior of the bus used. Check for items left on the bus after each trip.
• Maintain professional standards and a clean, neat appearance. The School Bus Driver represents the School.
• Operate vehicles following all applicable Federal, State, local laws and regulations and School policies.
• Comply with all safety regulations and practice defensive driving principles.
• Always maintain order and discipline among riders on the bus.
• Check students on and off of the bus using technology provided.
• Follow Catlin Gabel School Bus Guidelines and Oregon Department of Transportation Pupil Transportation Behavior Policies.
• Report all discipline problems and concerns to the Transportation Manager.
• Report all vehicle problems promptly.
• Maintain a current Commercial Driver License, endorsements (S,P,A), and School Bus Driver Certification at all times. The driver is responsible for monitoring the expiration date of proper certifications.
• Report any convictions for driving, accidents, or criminal offenses to the Transportation Manager within one day of occurrence, as specified in Oregon regulations.
• Attend all scheduled driver meetings and participate in training sessions offered by the School.
• Keep updated with ODE training requirements and submit completed class documentation to the Transportation Manager.
• Complete required school trainings each year (Vector Solutions, CPR/First Aid, mandatory reporting, safe handling of hazardous materials, mandatory school meetings, and all other)
• Discuss safety features of the bus and perform annual evacuation drills (twice hands-on and one verbal) with students as required by ODOT.
• Complete scheduled tasks promptly with a minimum of supervision.

• Other duties as…