What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Johnson Bus Co Inc?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Job Summary School Bus drivers are responsible for
safely transporting students to and from school and related events.
School bus drivers pick up students at a designated location, such as
street corners or homes and drop them off at school. Duties and
Responsibilities Transport students in a timely manner to and from
school and/or school activities while following safety procedures and
applicable State Board of Education rules and regulations. Operate and
safely drive a school bus in either good or adverse weather, road and
traffic conditions while transporting passengers to school or special
events. Comply with traffic regulations while operating vehicles in a
safe and courteous manner. Communicate bus rules, safety and behavior
requirements to passengers; and address improper behavior immediately
while using appropriate interpersonal communication skills. Communicate
with student\'s parents to solve inappropriate or unsafe behavior
utilizing strong interpersonal communication skills. Assist students and
passengers boarding and unloading the bus when necessary, including
wheelchair students and adaptive equipment. Inspect buses daily to
identify and report deficiencies. Perform vehicle maintenance procedures
such as fluid and fuel levels, tire pressure checks, clean internal and
external areas, install tire chains, and any other normal daily
maintenance as required. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating
systems for passenger comfort. Responsible to know rules, regulations
(Federal, State and District) and laws concerning operation of a school
bus; and comply with all traffic regulations. Comply with DOT drug and
alcohol testing requirements. Complete all records and reports timely
and accurately and submit to Transportation Department. Read maps,
follow written and geographic directions according to route / trip logs.
Operation of a two-way radio. Maintain cleanliness to ensure safe
operating conditions. Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.
Check the condition of a vehicle\'s tires, brakes, windshield wipers,
lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything
is in working order. Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles
in a safe and courteous manner. Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically
powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between
neighborhoods, schools, and school activities. Escort small children
across roads and highways. Follow safety rules as students board and
exit buses or cross streets near bus stops. Keep bus interiors clean for
students. Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures. Maintain order
among students during trips to ensure safety. Make minor repairs to
vehicles. Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled
neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules. Prepare and
submit reports that may include the number of students or trips, hours
worked, mileage, or fuel consumption. Read maps and follow written and
verbal geographic directions. Record bus routes. Regulate heating,
lighting, and ventilation systems for student comfort. Report any bus
Malfunctions Or Needed Repairs. Report Delays, Accidents, Or Other
traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile
two-way radios. Report delinquent student behaviors to school
administration. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and Skill Requirements: Class A or B CDL, OR the ability to
obtain. Endorsements: Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) or as Required.
Ability To Pass Medical Examination. Skills And Abilities Required
Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems
in a timely manner and appropriately gather and analyze information.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to maintain confidentiality, be open to
innovative ideas, and work successfully both on an independent basis and
on a team. Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a wide
range of management styles within the Company and build community
relationships. Oral Communication: Ability to organize thoughts and
speak persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group
presentation skills and conduct effective meetings. Written
Communication: Good writing skills using good spelling, punctuation,
grammar; detail-oriented in editing written documents; ability to
present numerical and statistical data effectively; and ability to
accurately interpret and communicate written information. Planning and
Organizing: Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to ensure the
timely completion of projects and development of realistic action plans.
Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to
ensure quality. Adaptability: Able to quickly adapt and respond to a
rapidly changing work environment and manage competing demands in a
productive manner. Dependability: Demonstrated ability to consistently
be at work and on time as scheduled, follow instructions, respond to
management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: johnsonschoolbus.com
safely transporting students to and from school and related events.
School bus drivers pick up students at a designated location, such as
street corners or homes and drop them off at school. Duties and
Responsibilities Transport students in a timely manner to and from
school and/or school activities while following safety procedures and
applicable State Board of Education rules and regulations. Operate and
safely drive a school bus in either good or adverse weather, road and
traffic conditions while transporting passengers to school or special
events. Comply with traffic regulations while operating vehicles in a
safe and courteous manner. Communicate bus rules, safety and behavior
requirements to passengers; and address improper behavior immediately
while using appropriate interpersonal communication skills. Communicate
with student\'s parents to solve inappropriate or unsafe behavior
utilizing strong interpersonal communication skills. Assist students and
passengers boarding and unloading the bus when necessary, including
wheelchair students and adaptive equipment. Inspect buses daily to
identify and report deficiencies. Perform vehicle maintenance procedures
such as fluid and fuel levels, tire pressure checks, clean internal and
external areas, install tire chains, and any other normal daily
maintenance as required. Regulate heating, lighting, and ventilating
systems for passenger comfort. Responsible to know rules, regulations
(Federal, State and District) and laws concerning operation of a school
bus; and comply with all traffic regulations. Comply with DOT drug and
alcohol testing requirements. Complete all records and reports timely
and accurately and submit to Transportation Department. Read maps,
follow written and geographic directions according to route / trip logs.
Operation of a two-way radio. Maintain cleanliness to ensure safe
operating conditions. Performs other duties as assigned by leadership.
Check the condition of a vehicle\'s tires, brakes, windshield wipers,
lights, oil, fuel, water, and safety equipment to ensure that everything
is in working order. Comply with traffic regulations to operate vehicles
in a safe and courteous manner. Drive gasoline, diesel, or electrically
powered multi-passenger vehicles to transport students between
neighborhoods, schools, and school activities. Escort small children
across roads and highways. Follow safety rules as students board and
exit buses or cross streets near bus stops. Keep bus interiors clean for
students. Maintain knowledge of first-aid procedures. Maintain order
among students during trips to ensure safety. Make minor repairs to
vehicles. Pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled
neighborhood locations, following strict time schedules. Prepare and
submit reports that may include the number of students or trips, hours
worked, mileage, or fuel consumption. Read maps and follow written and
verbal geographic directions. Record bus routes. Regulate heating,
lighting, and ventilation systems for student comfort. Report any bus
Malfunctions Or Needed Repairs. Report Delays, Accidents, Or Other
traffic and transportation situations, using telephones or mobile
two-way radios. Report delinquent student behaviors to school
administration. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience and Skill Requirements: Class A or B CDL, OR the ability to
obtain. Endorsements: Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) or as Required.
Ability To Pass Medical Examination. Skills And Abilities Required
Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to identify and resolve problems
in a timely manner and appropriately gather and analyze information.
Interpersonal Skills: Ability to maintain confidentiality, be open to
innovative ideas, and work successfully both on an independent basis and
on a team. Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with a wide
range of management styles within the Company and build community
relationships. Oral Communication: Ability to organize thoughts and
speak persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrate group
presentation skills and conduct effective meetings. Written
Communication: Good writing skills using good spelling, punctuation,
grammar; detail-oriented in editing written documents; ability to
present numerical and statistical data effectively; and ability to
accurately interpret and communicate written information. Planning and
Organizing: Ability to prioritize and plan work activities to ensure the
timely completion of projects and development of realistic action plans.
Quality: Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness and monitor own work to
ensure quality. Adaptability: Able to quickly adapt and respond to a
rapidly changing work environment and manage competing demands in a
productive manner. Dependability: Demonstrated ability to consistently
be at work and on time as scheduled, follow instructions, respond to
management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
\*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: johnsonschoolbus.com