School Bus Driver Full Time Field Trips Metro Detroit

**Drivergent****School Bus Driver Full Time Field Trips Metro Detroit****Detroit, MI - Full Time*** Responsible for the **safe and reliable transportation of students**; including all duties connected to operating a school bus per all applicable client district policies & state/federal laws* **Adhere to all school district rules**, regulations and policies* **Follow all directives** from school district staff while on-duty* Ability to **manage and maintain all students** on the bus in a calm and safe manner* Conduct all **pre-trip and post-trip inspections** as required* **Reports any maintenance problems** to Maintenance in accordance with district procedure and does not operate an unsafe vehicle.* **Reports to duty on time** and maintains route on time but in a safe manner* Physically **assists passengers** in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency* **Immediately reports any accident or incident** per Company/District policy* Exercises **student and/or passenger management** per Company/District policy* **Informs all appropriate personnel** of problems/procedures* Keeps the interior of the assigned **vehicle clean** and presentable* Present a **neat and professional personal appearance** at all times* Ensures **vehicle is properly fueled** according to facility procedures* **Completes all required paperwork** (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner* **Maintains a cooperative attitude** with parents, students, other staff members, fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill* **Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment**, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment* **Always drive and operate delivery vehicle safely*** Actively **limit distracted driving** habits* May assist in training other team members* Other duties as assigned* Undergo **pre-employment and random drug testing** per DOT regulations* Have and **maintain eligible driving record** per all applicable client district policies and state/federal laws* Must **pass State and FBI Criminal Background Check** per MDE regulations and Client District policies* Ability to **pass DOT physical requirements and obtain valid DOT medical card*** Must obtain and **maintain a valid Michigan Drivers License with valid P and S endorsements*** Ability to take and **pass Continuing Education Class** (Advanced School Bus Driver Training) every 2 years* Ability to **tolerate stressful situations*** Able to understand and have **empathy for children and persons with disability*** Extensive knowledge of **traffic rules and regulations*** **Strong communication** and interpersonal skills* Ability to **operate and navigate a full-size or special-need school bus*** Ability to effectively **operate a GPS*** Basic knowledge of Metro Detroit area* Ability to work outside in **various climates and weather conditions*** **Must practice defensive driving** at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.* Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements.* Eligible to **work in the U.S*** Minimum **21 years** of age* Possess a **valid commercial drivers license (CDL) with active P & S endorsements*** Consent to a **drug test, motor vehicles and background check*** Demonstrate strong **communication skills*** **Proficient in English** sufficient enough to read road signs and communicate with personnel* Holds high ethical standards at all times* Proven track record of **reliability*** Prior professional **driving experience*** Excellent **attention to detail** with skill set to **problem solve** independently* **Self-motivated** and able to work in a **self-directed environment** with an **upbeat attitude*** Ability to **work with a team** in a fast paced, ever changing environmentApply: School Bus Driver Full Time Field Trips Metro Detroit * Required fields First name* Last name* Email address* Location Phone number* Resume* orAttach resume as .pdf, .doc, .docx, .odt, .txt, or .rtf (limit 5MB) orPaste your resume here orWe may utilize one-way video questionnaires powered by SparkHire as part of the application process. You must watch your email/text for this invitation and if you do receive one, follow the steps to complete within 3 days.Please indicate your understanding.* The final step in the application process will be a group two-way interview through Zoom with Drivergent management. This is a Mandatory part of the hiring process. You must watch your email/text for this invitation and choose a scheduled time to attend.Please indicate your understanding.* Human Check* I consent to be contacted over SMS/Text for this job.