Alabama Department of Education
Transportation - Bus Driver (Full-time)
Alabama Department of Education, Birmingham, Alabama, United States, 35275
HOOVER CITY SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Bus Driver
REPORTS TO:
Director of Transportation
JOB GOAL:
To provide safe and efficient transportation for students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or equivalentPossess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver license (ABL) and commercial driver's license (CDL) with P/S endorsementMaintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education •Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirementsAbility to pass a drug test in accordance with applicable lawProficient in written and verbal communication skillsAbility to operate a school vehicle over an assigned route according to a defined time schedule, which may require driving during pre-daylight and dusk periods •Ability to lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and to exert up to fifty (50) pounds of forcePhysical, mental, and emotional ability and stamina to perform all duties and responsibilities as specified by state and federal regulations, including but not limited to pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, and bus evacuations •Ability to be punctual and in regular attendanceAbility to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457Such Alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and prioritiesPerforms pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus and completes and submits forms as required; reports mechanical failures to the proper authorityPicks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and scheduleMaintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulationsMaintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with administrators, peers, students, parents, community members, and other employeesPerforms duties in a courteous, professional mannerReports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activitiesAdheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rulesProperly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school systemMaintains order and discipline while on the bus; reports students with disciplinary problems to the proper authorityTransports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assignedDemonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibilityResponds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive mannerPrepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary; participates in emergency evacuation drills as requiredAttends scheduled professional development, meetings, and trainingPrepares, maintains, and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate mannerMaintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal lawAdheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local lawsPerforms other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Bus Driver
REPORTS TO:
Director of Transportation
JOB GOAL:
To provide safe and efficient transportation for students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High School Diploma or equivalentPossess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver license (ABL) and commercial driver's license (CDL) with P/S endorsementMaintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education •Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirementsAbility to pass a drug test in accordance with applicable lawProficient in written and verbal communication skillsAbility to operate a school vehicle over an assigned route according to a defined time schedule, which may require driving during pre-daylight and dusk periods •Ability to lift objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and to exert up to fifty (50) pounds of forcePhysical, mental, and emotional ability and stamina to perform all duties and responsibilities as specified by state and federal regulations, including but not limited to pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, and bus evacuations •Ability to be punctual and in regular attendanceAbility to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457Such Alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and prioritiesPerforms pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus and completes and submits forms as required; reports mechanical failures to the proper authorityPicks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and scheduleMaintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulationsMaintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with administrators, peers, students, parents, community members, and other employeesPerforms duties in a courteous, professional mannerReports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activitiesAdheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rulesProperly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school systemMaintains order and discipline while on the bus; reports students with disciplinary problems to the proper authorityTransports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assignedDemonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibilityResponds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive mannerPrepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary; participates in emergency evacuation drills as requiredAttends scheduled professional development, meetings, and trainingPrepares, maintains, and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate mannerMaintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal lawAdheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local lawsPerforms other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Hoover City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.