Transportation Bus Driver - Shuttle Route

QUINCY SCHOOL DISTRICT

BUS DRIVER

Supervisor: Transportation Supervisor

Salary Range: PSE Salary Schedule

Location/Assignment: Transportation Department

Conditions of work: 180 Days/3 hours

SUMMARY:

The position of Bus Driver is responsible for the safe transportation of students to and from school, as well as to and from extra-curricular activities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Successfully complete school bus driver training programs and courses established by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
• Operate a school bus in accordance with the laws of the state of Washington and policies published by the Superintendent of Public Instruction.
• Operate school bus in all types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow and ice.
• Operate on scheduled routes and/or on all types of trips, in support of district approved activities, both in and out of school district boundaries.
• Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety. Report unsafe acts or conditions.
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment, pre and post trip.
• Clean and service school bus including interior/exterior sweeping, washing, fueling, and other non-mechanical servicing tasks on an as needed basis.
• In emergency situations, perform basic first aid as appropriate, which may include CPR.
• Legibly and accurately complete forms, records, time sheets, trip requests, route studies, trouble reports, misconduct reports, accident reports and other clerical type activities as may be required.
• Attend all safety meetings and perform required safety trainings.
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Perform split shifts and varied hours depending on route.
• Other job duties as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum age 21.
• Sufficient command of the English language to communicate with students, parents, district staff members and community.
• A valid Washington State School Bus Driver's certificate required or able to obtain.
• Possess a valid Washington state driver's license with the appropriate endorsements of class B, and P or ability to obtain.
• CDL medical certificate or ability to obtain.
• Possess a current first aid card or ability to obtain.
• Minimum of two years driving experience.
• Subject to drug and alcohol screening test as a condition of employment and annual random testing.
• Proven ability to work independently and plan and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Ability to be flexible and agile with schedules and routes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all situations.
• Attendance and punctuality are important in this position.

UNION AFFIILATION:

This position is represented by Public School Employees of Washington

BENEFITS:

Health insurance benefits for employees working 630 hours or more per year include medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability plans through the School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB). Retirement benefits are provided through the WA State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Click here for more detailed information on benefits.

180-259 Day Employees- Paid leave benefits to include 10 sick days, 10 paid holidays, and 3 personal leave days.

260 Day Employee-Paid leave benefits to include a minimum of 12 sick days, 13 paid holiday and 3 personal leave days and a minimum of 10 days' vacation after the first year.

• Benefits may be prorated based upon date of hire/hours per day.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:

• Ability to regularly walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb
• Continuing requirement to be able to demonstrate the physical ability to perform the job functions of a school bus driver.
• Sufficient strength and agility to assist ill, physically impaired students through emergency and passenger doors along with other students in an emergency situation on the bus.

PROCEDURE:

• Application Online at www.qsd.wednet.edu/
• Click on "Menu" and "Careers" and "Job Openings"
• All applications must be submitted online through the TalentEd system. For questions regarding the TalentEd system, please contact Velma Flores 509-787-4571.
• Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI

fingerprint criminal history background check, and School Board approval.

Quincy School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX Coordinator: Nik Bergman, Superintendent, nbergman@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Victoria Hodge, Special Programs Director, vhodge@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571. Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator: David Garza, Assistant Superintendent, dgarza@qsd.wednet.edu, 119 J Street SW, Quincy, WA 98848, (509) 787-4571.

Quincy School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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