Bus Driver

Dadeville, Alabama

Employer: Alabama State Department of Education
Industry: Bus Driver
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
BUS DRIVER

QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver's license (ABL) and commercial driver's license (CDL) with P/S endorsement.
  2. Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education.
  3. Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirements.
  4. Must meet background clearance as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Contract: 182Days

Job Description/Performance:
  1. Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals, and
    priorities.
  2. Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.
  3. Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.
  4. Prepares and submits an accident report when involved in an accident.
  5. Performs daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and completes and submits forms as required.
  6. Performs post-trip inspection of the bus.
  7. Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.
  8. Maintains a clean bus.
  9. Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.
  10. Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.
  11. Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities.
  12. Regulates heating, cooling, and/or ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.
  13. Notifies supervisor and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness.
  14. Maintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulations.
  15. Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members, and other employees.
  16. Picks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule.
  17. Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary.
  18. Transports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assigned.
  19. Attends scheduled training.
  20. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
  21. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
  22. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
  23. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
  24. Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.
  25. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
  26. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
  27. Reports identified mechanical needs to the Transportation Department.
  28. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the immediate superviso r(s).
Created: 2024-10-16
Reference: 147397
Country: United States
State: Alabama
City: Dadeville

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