School Bus Operator

Job Overview

The primary function of the Bus Operator is to transport riders and operate and manage the occupants of 42 and 54 passenger yellow school buses for regular morning daily routes safely and professionally. In addition, athletic events and field trips may be assigned by Maumee Valley Country Day School as needed. In the event that there are no athletic, Dayal House, or field trips, this position may be asked to run the afternoon bus route for students.

This position reports to the Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds and collaborates closely with the Dayal House personnel and students, the Athletic Director and Coaches, the School Receptionist, and is a member of the Maintenance and Buildings and Grounds team. This position is an hourly staff position and does not include benefits.

• Be in possession of a valid Ohio driver's license with a school bus endorsement and currently certified to operate a yellow school bus in the State of Ohio.
• Carry out the required daily pre-service bus inspection and turn in documentation of the results
• Pass the mandated yearly physical
• Submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing both on yearly and random basis
• Submit to and pass criminal background checks and driver's record checks
• Fill out a time and route sheet at the end of each run
• Be available by phone
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with riders, co workers, supervisors and parents
• Design, follow, and carry out daily route sheets in a safe and timely manner (as needed)
• Identify and communicate major and minor mechanical issues in a timely manner that can affect the safe transport of riders
• Fulfill the four-hour inservice requirements and attend other inservice opportunities as assigned
• Demonstrate good attendance, professional conduct, and appearance and work

All Maumee Valley employees and volunteers must agree to a comprehensive background check and confidentiality agreement.

We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, or veteran status, ancestry, or citizenship, in accordance with applicable laws. In addition, we comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits and training.

We value a diverse workforce.

Any employee who believes they have been discriminated against may discuss this with their supervisor or the Head of School.