Part Time Bus Driver

The Bus Driver is responsible for the operations of varies types of buses that will transport students and other passengers to and from designated locations. Drivers typically work without direct supervision and are fully responsible for the safety of their passengers. Demonstrate IWCC’s core mission, vision and values

Transport students and other passengers to and from designated destinations, overnights and weekends, adjust and plan travel routes if necessary

Make routine checks and inspection of bus and equipment for proper operation, safety, and maintenance

Observe and follow all applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations governing commercial transportation

Follow school district guidelines regarding student management and discipline; report incidents to proper personnel

Maintain required records of bus usage and reports of operation

Drive commercial transportation vehicles with airbrakes

Perform minor maintenance and safety checks of commercial vehicles

Evacuate students during an emergency

Other duties as assigned

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must have and maintain a valid CDL B or higher/passenger, air brake endorsement, Self-Certified Nonexcepted Interstate, and DOT Medical card
• Minimum of 6 years general driving experience is preferred
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial transportation vehicles
• Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and regulations
• Knowledge of bus evacuation procedures
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as needed
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures, including Lockout/Tag out
• Wear/use PPE at all times when needed
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers and vendors
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S Driver’s License and a good driving record
• Ability to pass a drug screen & pre-employment physical if applicable
• Operation of Class B motor vehicle requiring frequent upper body movement; repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to include grasping both firm and light; primarily right side to operate door opener.
• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate bus equipment
• Seeing to drive and to observe work performed
• Hearing and speaking to communicate with students, parents, and other staff
• Frequent reaching to clean windshields, adjust mirrors, and open/close windows
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing (bus steps) and extensive sitting
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle and operate lifts and machinery
• Exposure to driving IWCC bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions, extreme temperatures, vehicle exhaust, odors, poor ventilation, and intense noise
• Exposure to working around and with machinery having moving parts
• Work involves limited exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises
• Work is frequently done in outdoor weather conditions; rain, snow, sun, wind and other forms weather