Job description

A Non-CDL Transportation Specialist bus driver is a person who, under the supervision of a manager, supervisor, or dispatcher, operates a van or bus over designated routes transporting school pupils, or clients to and from school or other locations. In addition, a bus driver may transport clients on private charter trips. Bus drivers may work with loud and disruptive clients. Drivers will be transporting students with disabilities.

Duties:

· Drive a minivan daily over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading pupils or clients at designated locations and schools.

· Transport school pupils and teachers on school activity trips.

· Perform pre and post-trip safety inspections of the vehicle being driven to ensure it is in proper working order.

· Perform a child check immediately after each run.

· Maintain good order and discipline among school pupils or clients.

· Follow company policies regarding pupil/client management and relations with parents, teachers, guardians, medical practitioners, medical facilities, and the public in general.

· As requested by the Operations Manager or Dispatcher, verify route turn for turn sheets and note any route changes with written notes; may participate in daily or weekly route builds

· As requested by the Operations Manager or Dispatcher, make additional directional or landmark notations on bus route sheets to assist future new or substitute van drivers.

· As requested by the Operations Manager or Dispatcher, observe and track route timing, such as total time en-route; time between stops; loading and unloading times or any other requested information for the purpose of establishing route efficiency.

· Keep records and submit reports as required.

· Sweep, clean and refuel vehicles.

· Report all mechanical deficiencies promptly.

· Instruct students on safe riding classes and perform evacuation drills as directed.

Essential Job Requirements:

· State-Required Driver’s License must meet company standards on driving record

· Current report of Driver Physical Examination

· Demonstrated proficiency in the operation of assigned vehicles. May include extra equipment such as wheelchair lifts, special needs safety vests, under all road and weather conditions.