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Meade County Schools

Bus Driver (83)

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TitleBus Driver
Posting ID83
Description

BUS DRIVER                                                                                                                    Class Code:   7941 

 

BASIC FUNCTION: 

      Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

  • Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
  • Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
  • Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
  • Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
  • Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
  • Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
  • Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
  • Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; including student conduct and accident records.
  • Attend annual update training, safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
  • Utilize cell phones for bus communication.
  • Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

      KNOWLEDGE OF:

  • Safe driving practices.
  • Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
  • First aid practices.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

     ABILITY TO:

  • Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
  • Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
  • Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
  • Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
  • Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
  • Maintain routine records.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Meet schedules and time lines.
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
  • Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.
  • Be on call to drive regular routes as needed (am and pm).
  • Be available to ride regular routes to be familiar with the routes when subbing.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

      Any combination equivalent to high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.

 

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

      Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record and background check, pass initial drug screening and random drug and alcohol test after employment and meet physical requirements.

Shift TypeSubstitute
Salary RangeSee Salary Schedule / Per Hour
LocationBus Driver

Applications Accepted

Start Date08/26/2020