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Bennington Public Schools

School Bus Driver

Bennington Public Schools, Bennington, Nebraska, United States, 68007


BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT:

Transportation

JOB TITLE:

Bus Driver - Route/Activity

REQUIREMENTS:

A. Education Level:

High school diploma or equivalent preferred - experience in transportation will be considered in lieu of HS diploma

B. Certification:

Valid NE school bus driver's license

Successfully pass medical physical as prescribed by law

C. Experience Desired:

Previous bus driving or commercial driving

D. Attendance:

Performance of this position requires attendance during route time frames. Hours may be adjusted for regular and activity routes.

E. Other Requirements : Cooperative and flexible; pleasant personality; ability to communicate with staff, students and public; appropriate dress and appearance.

REPORTS TO:

Transportation Director

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:

Transportation Director

EVALUATED BY:

Transportation Director

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

To maintain and promote the safe handling of school bus transportation vehicles and the safe transportation of students & staff, the bus driver will:Obey all traffic laws.Observe all mandatory school bus safety regulations.Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.Report behavior incidents to the Transportation Director and/or Principal.Maintain a clean vehicle on a daily basis.Keep the assigned time schedule for normal, daily routes and special activity trips.Check the vehicle for mechanical and tire defects before each operation.Follow bus routes as outlined/developed by the Transportation Director.Notify the Transportation Director and/or District Mechanic immediately, in writing, of any vehicle mechanical defect or failure.Deliver passengers at authorized stops.Assume and exercise responsible leadership on in-district and out-of-district trips.Transport only authorized riders.Report and submit all documents relating to accidents and incidents to the proper authorities (Transportation Director, law enforcement officials, insurances representatives, school administrators, parents/guardians).Enforce all rules and regulations regarding bus rider behavior.Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Administration.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Compensation and work year to be established by the Board upon recommendation of the Administration

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.35 - $25.35 per hour