Bus Driver

Class Code: 7941

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate a school bus over designated routes following time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events, and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicles; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes following specified time schedules and following regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following established programs; transport students to and from school, special events, and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents that affect the safety of students.
• Maintain the bus safely operating through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance, including cleaning windows, mirrors, and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil, and water levels; check brakes, brake lights, and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus, follow district policies and procedures regarding disciplining students, contact school officials, parents, and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns, and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and unloading of disabled children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean the exterior and interior of buses, including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping the floor, wiping upholstery, and cleaning headlights
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven, several children transported, and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident, and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for the bus to bus and bus-to-base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices.
• The State Motor Vehicle Code and Kentucky Administration Regulations apply to vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Operate a school bus over designated routes following time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes, including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading disabled children as necessary.

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