Bus Driver

Job Title

Bus Driver - St. Lucie Public Schools

We are seeking a passionate candidate with bus driving experience and who loves to be around kids. If you are ready to make a positive impact in our community, this job is for you!

St. Lucie Public Schools (SLPS) proudly serves students with a graduation rate of 96% for the six traditional high schools. As a high-ranking B-rated District, there are no failing schools, and SLPS ranks #1 on the Treasure Coast for student achievement. The District also has the distinction of being recognized as one of St. Lucie County’s Best Places to Work. The mission of SLPS is to ensure all students graduate from safe and caring schools equipped with the knowledge, skills and desire to succeed. St. Lucie Public Schools is located on the beautiful, sunny east coast of Florida.

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Transportation Department - St. Lucie Public Schools

- Bus AideHourly Rate $15.00 - $21.20

- Full-Time Hourly Rate $17.78 - $29.24

JOB GOAL:

To transport students to and from schools and activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Evidence of five years good driving record.
3. Valid Florida Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
4. Ability to prepare written reports.
5. Demonstrated ability to safely operate the type and size of the vehicle assigned and demonstrate knowledge of all requirements for school bus drivers as prescribed by state traffic laws and regulations of the state board and district school board.
6. Physical capability to operate the vehicle as determined by a physical examination by a Board-approved physician.
7. Successful completion of 40-hour training course and yearly inservice.
8. Ability to perform the functions of the position.
9. Successful completion of a Physical Capacity Test specific to the essential functions and measured physical demands of the position.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. To obey all traffic laws.
2. To observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
3. To maintain discipline when students are on the bus and to report undisciplined students to the proper authority.
4. To conduct emergency evacuation of students and to assist in lifting or carrying as required.
5. To keep the assigned bus clean and report all incidents of vandalism.
6. To observe the assigned route schedule, transport only authorized students and discharge students only at authorized stops.
7. To perform a pre-trip inspection of bus and complete inspection form daily prior to a.m. run.
8. To notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
9. To complete student counts as required for F.T.E. reporting and efficient routing.
10. To promptly complete all necessary paperwork as assigned (bus safety charts, referrals, payroll time sheets, etc.) by the Director or Area Manager.
11. To exercise responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips.
12. To check all bus seats after each route, trip, or run for students remaining on the bus or damage to the bus or bus seat.
13. To report all accidents and complete required reports.
14. To enforce regulations in policy books.
15. To perform assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
16. To perform assigned tasks with a high standard of quality.
17. To perform other duties as required by the supervisors.

Physical Demand Class: Light-Medium (LM) - Frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 20 pounds or less. Infrequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 21-50 pounds. Frequent walking and/or standing is required to carry out duties.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $17.78 - $29.24 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Shift:

• Day shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have evidence of five years good driving record?

License/Certification:

• Florida CDL (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $29