What are the responsibilities and job description for the BUS DRIVER position at Lucerne Valley Unified?
BASIC FUNCTION:
Under the general supervision of immediate supervisor, operates school bus over designated routes in transporting school children. Performs related duties as required/assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Under the general supervision of immediate supervisor, operates school bus over designated routes in transporting school children. Performs related duties as required/assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Operates a bus on assigned route in accordance with established time schedules in a safe and efficient manner.
- Picks up and discharges students.
- Escorts students across streets, stopping traffic if necessary.
- Transports teachers and students on field trips to various locations.
- Assists students into and out of bus when necessary.
- Loads and unloads wheelchairs and other accompanying student gear, as appropriate.
- Assures that wheelchairs and students are secure while bus is moving, as needed.
- Assists in maintaining good order among students on the busses and waiting at the bus stop.
- Follows established policies regarding student discipline and parent contact.
- Provides door-to-door service as required.
- Provides courier service to transport records or other materials.
- Cleans assigned vehicle inside and out.
- Reports any mechanical defects in vehicles to immediate supervisor.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Knowledge of discipline procedures.
- Knowledge of emergency procedures.
- Knowledge of safety procedures
- Demonstrates ability to work safely and maintain a cooperative working relationship with fellow employees and the public
- Demonstrates ability to keep accurate records and to make reports in a timely manner
- Operates school bus under mandates of the State of California
- Maintains good, insurable driving record.
- Valid California Class B Driver’s License
- Valid California Highway Patrol School Bus Driver’s Certificate
- Current Medical Examiner’s Certificate authorizing service as a bus driver
- Valid California Highway Patrol First Aid Certificate or First Aid Certificate issued by American Red Cross
- Current H-6
- High School Graduate or equivalent
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and a computer keyboard.
- Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
- Hearing and speaking to exchange information.