Bus Driver

School Bus DriverTo provide safe and efficient transportation in order to assist students in achieving educational success.High school diploma or GEDValid Oklahoma Drivers License/Class B CDL with school bus and air brake endorsementAcceptable motor vehicle recordPhysically capable of performing prescribed dutiesGood health and high energy levelAbility to lift objects weighing 20 lbs. or moreAbility to climb & descend stepsExtensive sitting & bendingAbility to tolerate a stressful environmentAbility to lift objects above shoulder levelGood vision and hearingAbility to pass an annual physical examinationAbility to read warning labels and safety documentsAbility to comprehend and follow both written and oral instructionsAbility to communicate by giving comprehendible oral instructionsAbility to perform basic numerical calculationsAbility to perform routine tasks without close supervisionPlan, schedule and organize workAttention to detailPhysical skills to drive a school busEnsure the quality of work as measured against established standardsAbility to administer first aide and CPRComply with School Board PolicyBe alert to safety conditions; anything found unsafe should be reported to supervisor and rendered safe as soon as possibleCommunicate and confer frequently with the Assist. Superintendent. of Maintenance & TransportationComply with relevant laws and procedures for the storage, use and disposal of chemicals, trash, rubbish, waste and blood borne contaminated itemsDrive a school bus, maintaining a time and safety scheduleInteract positively with children, parents, teachers, etcMaintain accurate records; mileage, load and time records as requiredInspect school bus, notifying bus mechanic of any mechanical problemObserve all state and federal traffic safety lawsObserve all regulations prescribed in the CPS Transportation HandbookMaintain proper discipline of passengers on busKeeps bus clean, including sweeping floors and washing windowsProvides special care and assistance as appropriate if passengers are handicappedControls loading and unloading of bus at designated stops to insure safety of passengersReport all accidents and complete required reportsComply with federal and district drug/alcohol testing regulationsRespect the privacy of confidential matters relative to students, patrons and personnelUse good judgment at all timesComply with all items contained in the district's Hazard Communication ProgramAttend quarterly safety meetings as scheduled by the district safety coordinatorPerform other duties that may be necessary to achieve job purpose, or that may be assignedAttend approved professional development activities that may improve professional competence or enhance the job purpose.