APS School Bus Driver

Please apply at www.aps.edu and submit a Classified application. The job posting for this position is 00059174 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER; LEVEL J2

https://hrd.aps.edu/workspace/wSpace.exe?Action=wsJobsMain&JobPosting=00059174

Summary:

Provide safe and reliable transportation service by operating various school buses in transporting passengers to and from school as well as related activities. To identify and communicate mechanical/maintenance and/or emergency situations to Route Operations. Assure a safe, on-time service and customer satisfaction and maintaining the highest level of ethical behavior with our customers, fellow employees and community we serve. Make a difference in your community as the bus driver is the first and last person the students see in the day involving their schooling.

Benefits:

• CDL Training & License opportunity provided year-round even during summer
• Paid in classroom and behind the wheel training.
• Usual shift 6am-9am then 1pm-4pm.
• Guaranteed 6 hrs/day minimum.
• Nights and Weekends off.
• Hiring for both locations: East Side (4000 Osuna Rd NE) and West Side (7301 Los Volcanes RD NW)
• 2 weeks off around the Christmas holiday and 1 week off during Spring Break
• Overtime is available with most routes, fieldtrips, and activities Summer school routes available
• Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Retirement) Paid sick time

The minimum requirements and expectations for this job are as follows:

• High school graduation or the equivalent in education, training and experience.
• Possession of a valid State driving license with appropriate designation and other certification required to operate district vehicles
• Must be able to meet physical and medical requirements such as criminal background search and ability to meet the requirements of U.S. Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Regulations

Essential Functions:

• Operates the school bus in a safe manner in accordance with district policies and safety practices and federal/state/ regulations including ensuring that bus operating problems identified through diagnostic checks have been resolved, conducting pre-and post-trip inspections, ensuring the interior of the bus is clean and presentable and that the vehicle is properly fueled according to facility procedures.
• Transports students over assigned route, observing all traffic laws and safety regulations and ensures they arrive at school by bell-time.
• Alerts the Dispatcher at Route Operations of safety/maintenance problems and/or accidents or incidents in accordance with established procedures.
• Provides instructions to students on proper entry and exit of the bus, emergency evacuations and general school bus safety by using live demonstrations and handouts.
• Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Reports to duty on time and maintains route time schedules in a safe manner. Alerts Route Operations/Operations regarding traffic problems that impact pick-up times to ensure that alternative measures can be taken (e.g. other buses can be assigned to pick up passengers) and students can reach their destination by bell-time.
• Exercises effective student management through clear communications and discipline in accordance with District policies and practices. Reports student discipline problems to school officials as instructed and advises the appropriate supervisor or manager.
• Maintains a professional appearance at all times.
• Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits it in a timely manner.
• Attends and actively participates in all assigned training, safety meetings and in-service meetings, contributes input and suggestions to improve safe bus operations.
• Maintains a courteous, cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school personnel; always promoting district goodwill.
• Prepares vehicle for inclement weather conditions, including scraping or cleaning windows, etc.
• Safely and efficiently utilizes bus equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Please apply at www.aps.edu and submit a Classified application. The job posting for this position is 00059174 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER; LEVEL J2

https://hrd.aps.edu/workspace/wSpace.exe?Action=wsJobsMain&JobPosting=00059174

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• No experience needed

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25