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Iowa Western Community College

Part-Time Bus Driver

Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs, Iowa, us, 51502


Location :

Council Bluffs, IA

Job Type:

Regular, Part-Time

Division:

Management Services

Department:

Bus Driver

Opening Date:

08/13/2024

Closing Date:

10/31/2024 11:59 PM Central

Description

The Bus Driver is responsible for the operations of varies types of buses that will transport students and other passengers to and from designated locations. Drivers typically work without direct supervision and are fully responsible for the safety of their passengers.Job Duties

Demonstrate IWCC's core mission, vision and valuesTransport students and other passengers to and from designated destinations, overnights and weekends, adjust and plan travel routes if necessaryMake routine checks and inspection of bus and equipment for proper operation, safety, and maintenanceObserve and follow all applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations governing commercial transportationFollow school district guidelines regarding student management and discipline; report incidents to proper personnelMaintain required records of bus usage and reports of operationDrive commercial transportation vehicles with airbrakesPerform minor maintenance and safety checks of commercial vehiclesEvacuate students during an emergencyOther duties as assignedQualifications

The environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautionsOperation of Class B motor vehicle requiring frequent upper body movement; repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to include grasping both firm and light; primarily right side to operate door openerSeeing to drive and to observe work performedHearing and speaking to communicate with students, parents, and other staffFrequent reaching to clean windshields, adjust mirrors, and open/close windowsFrequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing (bus steps) and extensive sittingThe employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate bus equipment and use hands to operate a computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with internal and external customers, listen to and respond accurate information and directions. (hear), and observe, assess, identify, detectAbility to drive company owned or personal vehicle and operate lifts and machinery.Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigueConstant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and staminaExposure to driving an IWCC bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions, extreme temperatures, vehicle exhaust, odors, poor ventilation, and intense noiseExposure to working around and with machinery having moving partsWork environment involves limited exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautionsWork involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noisesWork is frequently done in outdoor weather conditions; rain, snow, sun, wind and other forms of weatherAbility to pass a background checkPhysical Demands

Operation of Class B motor vehicle requiring frequent upper body movement; repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to include grasping both firm and light; primarily right side to operate door opener.The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate bus equipmentSeeing to drive and to observe work performedHearing and speaking to communicate with students, parents, and other staffFrequent reaching to clean windshields, adjust mirrors, and open/close windowsFrequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing (bus steps) and extensive sittingWork environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautionsAbility to drive company owned or personal vehicle and operate lifts and machineryExposure to driving IWCC bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions, extreme temperatures, vehicle exhaust, odors, poor ventilation, and intense noiseExposure to working around and with machinery having moving partsWork involves limited exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noisesWork is frequently done in outdoor weather conditions, rain, snow, sun, wind and other forms weather.Ability to lift over 50lbs

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