Transportation - Bus Driver (Full-time)

HOOVER CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Bus Driver

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

JOB GOAL: To provide safe and efficient transportation for students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver license (ABL) and commercial driver's license (CDL) with P/S endorsement
• Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education • Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirements
• Ability to pass a drug test in accordance with applicable law
• Proficient in written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to operate a school vehicle over an assigned route according to a defined time schedule, which may require driving during pre-daylight and dusk periods • Ability to lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and to exert up to fifty (50) pounds of force
• Physical, mental, and emotional ability and stamina to perform all duties and responsibilities as specified by state and federal regulations, including but not limited to pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, and bus evacuations • Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance
• Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457
• Such Alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities
2. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus and completes and submits forms as required; reports mechanical failures to the proper authority
3. Picks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule
4. Maintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulations
5. Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with administrators, peers, students, parents, community members, and other employees
6. Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner
7. Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities
8. Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules
9. Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system
10. Maintains order and discipline while on the bus; reports students with disciplinary problems to the proper authority
11. Transports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assigned
12. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility
13. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner
14. Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary; participates in emergency evacuation drills as required
15. Attends scheduled professional development, meetings, and training
16. Prepares, maintains, and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner
17. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law
18. Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws
19. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.