What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Defiance County Board of DD?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assists in safely loading/unloading vehicle, including operation of the wheelchair lift as assigned/needed and securing the wheelchair appropriately. Also working with other staff and following IEP guidelines for appropriate adaptive equipment needed for individuals while being transported.
- Practices and adheres to state and local regulations pertaining to operation of school buses. Follows all local laws regulating the operation of a motor vehicle.
- Maintains accurate schedule for route, weather permitting.
- Responsible to notify the parents/caretakers of any changes in the schedule when it comes to drop off and pick up times as needed.
- Responsible for the overall safety, control and order at all times while driving the bus. Maintains discipline, as needed. Implementation of emergency action plan with individuals with medical concerns.
- Drives field trips or other scheduled agency events as required by Principal or Superintendent. Shall be available during the specified event.
- Completes required forms and records as assigned which include clerical task such as pick up and drop off times, narrative of route, logs, time sheets, mileage sheets an etc.
- Completes pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including but not limited to, physically inspecting complete inside of bus for seat security and lost items, passengers left behind. During the winter season, properly plugging in and unplugging the bus.
- Responsible for maintaining proper cleanliness of vehicle. Responsible for fueling vehicle as required.
- Responsible for conducting routine emergency drills on annual basis
- Responsible to notify the Facilities and Transportation Manager of needed maintenance and/or repairs.
- Attends and participates in various meetings, professional meetings, conferences, and inter-agency meetings ,as assigned by the Facilities and Transportation Manager or the Superintendent.
- Other duties as appropriate and assigned by the Facilities and Transportation Manager or the Superintendent
Pay: $19.00 - $29.19 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $29