North Clackamas Schools Transportation Department is looking for new School Bus Drivers. This is an entry level position with paid training. Immediate permanent hire is an option for candidates with a current CDL and school bus driving experience. Trainees will have the opportunity obtain their CDL and learn to safely operate all school buses under all types of weather conditions, including, but not limited to fog, rain, sleet, snow, and ice.

Training Pay: A new driver in training will start at $17.82 while training until hired on permanently.

Permanent Hire Pay Range: $21.99 - $30.96 Depending on experience.

Please apply on our website: https://www.applitrack.com/nclack/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=9497

Hours: 6 to 8 hour split shifts.

Why you should join our team!

• Competitive pay with yearly increases
• Competitive benefits
• Public Employee Retirement System
• Paid training
• Reimbursement for cost of CDL and other certifications
• Recession-proof line of work
• Fun, supportive and caring work environment
• Able to make a difference and inspire the future of our next generation
• Summers/Winter Break/spring break off with option to work
• Weekend work not required but optional
• For college students, work while going to school, district-paid tuition

Retirement Plan Contributions North Clackamas School District participates in the Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS and OPSRP) on behalf of its employees. The district contributes the employer portion; there is also a mandatory employee portion. Upon eligibility, which is defined as working at least six full calendar months in a qualifying position, the employee is required to contribute 6% as their employee portion, via payroll deduction. Part-time employees working at least six months and 600 hours in a calendar year will qualify.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong understanding and history of successful customer service and ability to establish and maintain effective relations with patrons and staff.
• Ability to work both independently and cooperatively.
• Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to follow a map and/or directions.
• Be eligible to acquire a Commercial Drivers License and possess a safe driving record.
• This position is subject to random drug testing under Department of Transportation guidelines and in compliance with District Anti-drug and alcohol prevention programs.
• Be eligible to obtain a school bus driver’s certification and any appropriate licensing endorsement.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual and bicultural skills.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Depending on specific assignment):

• Will learn to drive school bus on scheduled routes an trips in support of District approved activities, both within and outside the school district boundaries.
• Will learn to communicate with parents to provide and/or exchange information on the student as necessary and consistent with district policies and requirements. Will maintain full confidentiality of student information as required by FERPA rules.
• Will learn to operate all school bus equipment and accessories, including, but not limited to, adaptive equipment for special needs (e.g., wheel chair lifts).
• Will demonstrates skill in pupil management and ability to attend trainings regarding special needs transportation as required.
• Will successfully complete school bus driver training programs and courses established by the state, and completes training programs and courses as offered by the transportation department.
• Will learn to completes legible and accurate forms, records, timesheets, and other documentation as may be required by the state or District policies.
• When and if an emergency arises, will learn to render first aid to the injured, make proper reports of accidents, and safeguard other vehicles.
• Will learn to perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and related equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Please apply on our website: https://www.applitrack.com/nclack/OnlineApp/JobPostings/View.asp?AppliTrackJobId=9497

Call us at 503-353-5383

Call/text us at 503-868-2252

*Department of Transportation pre-placement DOT physical and drug screen test is required*

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace.

North Clackamas School District policy provides veterans and disabled veterans with preferences as required by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.82 - $30.96 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Split shift

Work Location: In person