Bus Driver (CDL) Substitute

School Bus DriverEnglewood Schools is seeking school bus drivers who are looking for a flexible driving schedule during the school year (August through May). This position primarily supports transportation for athletic events, band trips, and other extracurricular activities. Candidates must be available to drive at least two days per week on a consistent basis. Most trips occur in the afternoon and extend into the evening. This is an excellent opportunity for drivers who enjoy a flexible schedule while supporting students and school activities.Operate assigned school bus/vehicle in accordance with federal, state, municipal and district regulations, policies, and laws. Follow route directions and times with Departmental Schedulers. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort. Maintain student conduct that insures the safety of all students. Issue written discipline reports as needed. Perform pre and post route safety inspections on assigned vehicle. Report all delays, accidents/incidents immediately to transportation management or appropriate authorities. Monitor passengers for medical or behavioral problems. Administer first aid and provide written reports as required. Aid in loading and unloading passengers via the stairs or lift mechanisms including securing wheelchairs, mobility aids, oxygen bottles, band and athletic equipment, or luggage as required by route assignment and need. Ensure restraints such as safety vests, seat belts, Child Safety Restraint Systems (CDRS), or other restraining devices are properly secured. Train passengers on proper emergency procedures in the event of an emergency. Establish student, staff and parental rapport that allows for a proactive response to potential problems. Actively participate in meetings, in-service, and other required training. Apply and implement knowledge, skills and new understands to support Operations, Maintenance and Transportation. May perform vehicle maintenance. Performs a variety of physical maintenance tasks in and around the Duell Service Center, including climbing ladders to clean bus windows, using an air blower on the grounds, raking leaves, removing snow (including shoveling paths to ensure student access to buses), mopping, sweeping, cleaning and maintaining the office space. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.High School Graduate or equivalent. Bilingual (preferred). Two (2) years of experience driving a school bus preferred. No more than 4 points on your Motor Vehicle Record in the last three (3) years. Operating knowledge of school bus, school bus emergency equipment, knowledge of the use of safety vest and other adaptive systems, lifts and tie downs required upon completing District training. Driver fluency will be determined through the interview process. Valid Colorado Driver's License. Mountain Driving Certification required (Training and certification provided) Valid CDL with BP2S endorsement (or able to obtain within three weeks of hire date). Must maintain driving record that meets the standards of the District insurance policy. Valid CPR and First Aid Certification. Current DOT physical required. Must be able to pass a fit for duty physical and a drug & alcohol test prior to employment. Current First Aid and CPR (or obtained within the first ninety days of employment).Frequent lifting 5 (five) to 75 (seventy-five) pounds. Occasional lifting of up to one hundred fifty (150) pounds. Frequent to constant sitting and reaching. Occasional standing, walking, stooping, bending, kneeling, squatting, crawling and climbing. Visual concentration.