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STANFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 24

Substitute Bus Driver

STANFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 24, Stanfield, Arizona, United States, 85272


Position Type:Transportation/Substitute Bus Driver

Date Posted:6/27/2023

Location:Stanfield Elementary School District

Closing Date:Until filledSTANFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICTPOSITION DESCRIPTION

Position Title

Bus Driver

Department

Transportation

Reports To

Transportation Manager

Status

Classified

Board Approval

Existing Position

Contract

None

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On call Assignments

Position Focus

Support our District Policy of "believing human beings are the single most important element in all interactions." We must establish priorities that respond to the needs of our students, staff members, and community and serve as the driving force behind all our actions focusing on excellence in everything we do." Demonstrate sincere concern and dedication to establish and maintain cooperative, positive daily interactions with all staff, students, parents and vendors. Always foster team environment to accomplish established goals and objectives. Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations and board policy.

Accountability

Directly accountable for individual roles and responsibilities as assigned by the District Office and contained in this job description.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B with P & S EndorsementCorrected Vision Sufficient as Required by DOTPass Extensive Background CheckPass Drug Screening and Random Drug Screening TestsPass Physical and Agility Test required by DPS and DOTIndustry Specific Knowledge and Experience:Compliance with Federal and State DOT RegulationsKnowledge of Local Area Highway SystemOperate All Types of Busses and VehiclesStrong Commitment to SafetyFlexibility in Working Hours Based on Demands and Requests of Transportation DirectorTeam PlayerCooperate with Supervision and Staff At All TimesCPR CertifiedFirst Aide CertifiedEfficiently Operate Pager/Telephone/RadioPhysical dexterity, coordination, mobility and visual acuity to safely operate a school bus and perform essential functions of the position.Walking, Speaking, Listening, Seeing, Bending, Climbing Stairs

General Responsibilities

Place the Welfare of All Children First and Foremost in Completion of All Duties. This includes all children riding your specific bus and all other children at the school.Maintain an effective, professional demeanor at all times by establishing and maintaining rapport with all contacts including: children, parents, staff and supervision.Consistently be aware that you are representing Stanfield Elementary School to the general public and be outgoing, friendly, and willing to help where required.

Pre-Trip and Post-Trip

Complete pre-trip checklist as required by DPS and DOT and forward to Bus Mechanic as needed for repairs to be scheduled each day. This includes but is not limited to: inspection/adjustment of brakes and all other safety devices, operation of safety exits, check and restore all fluid levels, inflation of tires to acceptable PSI, cleanliness and appearance of bus.Immediately notify the Director of Transportation and Bus Mechanic of any problems, which would be a safety hazard and prevent the bus from operating until repaired.Daily complete all vehicle mileage and fuel reports and forward to Transportation Director and/or Bus Mechanic as instructed.

Communications

Answer all telephone, pager and radio communications as quickly as possible.Relay information in a professional manner concerning any problems or unusual occurrences encountered before, during and while driving the bus either loaded or unloaded.

Loading, Driving and Unloading

Strictly adhere to all traffic laws at all times.Correctly follow all routing instructions making adjustments for unusual conditions encountered en-route and immediately notifying the Transportation Director/Dispatch.Follow all established safety and DPS and DOT procedures when loading and unloading children/adults.Always maintain a helpful courteous rapport with all parents and people during loading and unloading.

Documentation

Ensure all required paperwork is completed accurately and in a timely manner and given to Transportation Director/Dispatch.Complete driver's log as required by DPS and DOT.

Special Assignments/Requests

Complete all special assignments and requests in a timely manner.Keep appropriate personnel advised of progress.Request additional help and information as required

This job description is intended as an outline of major requirements and responsibilities and does not preclude assignment of other duties not specifically listed. This job description may be changed without notice and modified as necessary to meet the requirements of the job.

Existing Position - 03/28/05, Human Resources