What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver / General Maintenance Worker position at HEBER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT?
Bus Driver / General Maintenance Worker at HEBER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
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7603376530
Number of Openings
Salary
3,778.00 - 4,930.00 Monthly
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About the Employer
Welcome to the Heber Elementary School District! Thank you for your interest in joining the HESD family. Nestled in the heart of the Imperial Valley, our district is committed to fostering a culture of learning, collaboration, and excellence. At HESD, we take pride in our dedicated staff, strong community partnerships, and unwavering focus on student success. Our goal is to inspire a love for learning, encourage innovation, and provide a supportive environment where every student can thrive. Our mission is to empower, engage, and elevate our students through high-quality education and meaningful experiences. We are seeking passionate individuals who share our vision and commitment to shaping bright futures together!
Job Summary
Job Summary
ESSENTIAL DUTIES: •Drive a school bus along a designated route; pick up and discharge students in accordance with time schedules; observe legal and defensive driving practices; assure compliance with applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations. •Determine appropriate action in emergency situations according to established guidelines; administer first aid to passengers as needed. •Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition; wash, sweep and clean buses; prepare vehicle for operation according to established procedures. •Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus according to established procedures. •Maintain driver logs as assigned. •Perform general custodial and grounds keeping activities at one or more assigned school sites or facilities as needed; assist with and perform the duties of a General Maintenance Worker as assigned; participate in the thorough cleaning and restoration of campus facilities during vacation periods. •Operate equipment, including wheelchair lifts, tie downs, seat belts, harnesses and other adaptive equipment as necessary. •Drive a bus to conduct work; operate a forklift as assigned; operate various custodial and grounds keeping equipment as assigned by the position.
Requirements / Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF: • Safe and defensive driving practices. • Proper operations of school buses. • Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations. • Basic first aid procedures. • Basic record-keeping techniques. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Health and safety regulations. • Oral and written communication skills.
ABILITY TO: • Drive a school bus safely and efficiently. • Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on buses. • Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers. • Observe legal and defensive driving practices. • Learn and follow designated routes. • Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition. • Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance. • Administer first aid. • Maintain routine records. • Understand and follow oral and written directions. • Communicate effectively with others • Meet schedules and time lines. • Operate a two-way radio. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • First Aid/CPR certification issued by an authorized agency. • Valid unrestricted State driver’s license with appropriate passenger and air brake endorsements. • Valid School Bus Driver Certificate. • Valid Forklift certification. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: • School bus and outdoor environment. • Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions. • Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease, gases.
Requirements / Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE OF: • Safe and defensive driving practices. • Proper operations of school buses. • Applicable traffic and student transportation laws, codes and regulations. • Basic first aid procedures. • Basic record-keeping techniques. • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. • Health and safety regulations. • Oral and written communication skills.
ABILITY TO: • Drive a school bus safely and efficiently. • Learn and apply policies and procedures related to student discipline on buses. • Maintain a safe discipline level among passengers. • Observe legal and defensive driving practices. • Learn and follow designated routes. • Maintain bus in clean and proper working condition. • Conduct safety inspections and perform routine preventive maintenance. • Administer first aid. • Maintain routine records. • Understand and follow oral and written directions. • Communicate effectively with others • Meet schedules and time lines. • Operate a two-way radio. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school or equivalent GED and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above. LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: • First Aid/CPR certification issued by an authorized agency. • Valid unrestricted State driver’s license with appropriate passenger and air brake endorsements. • Valid School Bus Driver Certificate. • Valid Forklift certification. WORKING CONDITIONS: ENVIRONMENT: • School bus and outdoor environment. • Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions. • Exposure to fumes, dust, odors, oil/grease, gases.
Comments and Other Information
Comments and Other Information
- CalPERS Retirement Benefits