Granite School District
Bus Driver - Hourly
Granite School District, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Position Type:Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:9/16/2024
Location:TRANSPORTATION
Date Available:09/26/2024
Closing Date:09/23/2024
Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dave Gatti, Transportation Director, at (385)-646-7169 or email dgatti@graniteschools.org
Hours per week: 0-29
We offer paid training to get CDL with school bus endorsement.
Job Title
Bus Driver
Department
Transportation
Supervisor
Director
Salary Schedule
ESP (84)
Lane Placement
I
Contract Length
Hourly
FLSA Classification
Non-exempt
Last Review Date
July 2020
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job SummaryThe school bus driver operates various styles of school buses to safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and extended trips (out of town/overnight). The driver is responsible for safely operating the school bus at all times under all driving conditions. The driver is also responsible for the cleanliness and mechanical soundness of the bus and monitoring student behavior. Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position.
Essential Functions
Operate various brands, sizes, and types of school buses (up to 15 tons GVW or up to 40 ft long)Deliver students to and from school in a safe mannerMonitor and model appropriate behavior and intervene when necessaryPerform a state-required pre- and post-trip safety inspection of the bus including an under-the-bus inspection and adding necessary fluidsComplete all state and district-required forms and paperworkDemonstrate effective written and verbal communication skillsMake minor repairs in routeAttend all training required by state and districtEffectively clean busConduct regularly scheduled safety and bus evacuation drillsMaintain detailed route sheetsOperate wheelchair lift and properly secure students to their seats when necessaryPerform first aid/CPRSupervise and train adult attendants on the busEnforce school bus safety rules and policiesNon-Essential Functions
Other duties as assigned**This description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of education, knowledge, and experience requirements; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Required Education and Qualifications
Attain CDL with passenger and school bus endorsementsPossess a safe driving record as demonstrated by their MVR reportComplete new driver training course within ninety days of hireComplete state requirements for Learner's PermitComplete behind-the-wheel trainingPass driving assessmentPass the State-required Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening and physicalRe-CertificationTo be eligible to continue employment as a school bus driver, the school bus driver must:
Renew CDL every five yearsComplete the State-required certification program (including required classes and other learning requirements)Pass annual State-required physical assessmentParticipate in all random DOT drug screeningsMaintain a safe driving recordComplete an eight-hour in-service training each year of employment (including the first year)Required Prior ExperienceNone
Required Knowledge and Skills
Be familiar with the mechanical operation of the bus and be able to make minor repairsBe able to recognize mechanical problems and report them to bus techniciansPossess knowledge of laws and policies (state, interstate, and district)Possess effective communication skills for interactions with students, parents, fellow bus drivers, and supervisory staffPossess student behavior management skillsPossess skills in first aid, fuel economy, and defensive drivingKnow special education policies and laws and be able to appropriately interact with special education studentsProperly communicated on a two-way radioAssigned Decision Making
Modify routes to meet student needs and communicate changes to supervisory staffUse appropriate and approved student management and discipline strategies (driver may NEVER suspend student riding privileges)Decide appropriate action with regards to first aid for minor injuries on bus (always notify parents of injury)Interactions with OthersPositive interactions with students, parents, staff, teachers, administration and other outside agencies.
Supervisory ResponsibilitySupervision of student safety.
Budget ResponsibilityNA
Working Environment
Constantly pay attention to students during loading, unloading, and transit.Intervene with student behavior when necessary (gang issues, weapons, fighting, etc.).Be able to safely operate a bus in a safe manner in adverse weather conditions.Work split shifts.Work with medically fragile students including operating a wheelchair lift.Be tolerant of extreme weather circumstances (heat and cold).Canyon, rural, and city driving can be expected during any regular driving day.Physical Requirements -
Not limited to the following:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch. Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.Must be able to sit for long periods of time.Must be able to move and lift under 100 lbs.Note: The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.
Date Posted:9/16/2024
Location:TRANSPORTATION
Date Available:09/26/2024
Closing Date:09/23/2024
Please note that this posting closes at 3:00 pm on the date listed above.
If you have questions regarding this position, please contact Dave Gatti, Transportation Director, at (385)-646-7169 or email dgatti@graniteschools.org
Hours per week: 0-29
We offer paid training to get CDL with school bus endorsement.
Job Title
Bus Driver
Department
Transportation
Supervisor
Director
Salary Schedule
ESP (84)
Lane Placement
I
Contract Length
Hourly
FLSA Classification
Non-exempt
Last Review Date
July 2020
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, training, education, responsibilities, abilities; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Physical, punctual, reliable, and predictable regular attendance is an essential job function to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Job SummaryThe school bus driver operates various styles of school buses to safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and extended trips (out of town/overnight). The driver is responsible for safely operating the school bus at all times under all driving conditions. The driver is also responsible for the cleanliness and mechanical soundness of the bus and monitoring student behavior. Attendance, physical presence, and timeliness are required and are essential functions of this position.
Essential Functions
Operate various brands, sizes, and types of school buses (up to 15 tons GVW or up to 40 ft long)Deliver students to and from school in a safe mannerMonitor and model appropriate behavior and intervene when necessaryPerform a state-required pre- and post-trip safety inspection of the bus including an under-the-bus inspection and adding necessary fluidsComplete all state and district-required forms and paperworkDemonstrate effective written and verbal communication skillsMake minor repairs in routeAttend all training required by state and districtEffectively clean busConduct regularly scheduled safety and bus evacuation drillsMaintain detailed route sheetsOperate wheelchair lift and properly secure students to their seats when necessaryPerform first aid/CPRSupervise and train adult attendants on the busEnforce school bus safety rules and policiesNon-Essential Functions
Other duties as assigned**This description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee assigned to this position. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of education, knowledge, and experience requirements; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Required Education and Qualifications
Attain CDL with passenger and school bus endorsementsPossess a safe driving record as demonstrated by their MVR reportComplete new driver training course within ninety days of hireComplete state requirements for Learner's PermitComplete behind-the-wheel trainingPass driving assessmentPass the State-required Department of Transportation (DOT) drug screening and physicalRe-CertificationTo be eligible to continue employment as a school bus driver, the school bus driver must:
Renew CDL every five yearsComplete the State-required certification program (including required classes and other learning requirements)Pass annual State-required physical assessmentParticipate in all random DOT drug screeningsMaintain a safe driving recordComplete an eight-hour in-service training each year of employment (including the first year)Required Prior ExperienceNone
Required Knowledge and Skills
Be familiar with the mechanical operation of the bus and be able to make minor repairsBe able to recognize mechanical problems and report them to bus techniciansPossess knowledge of laws and policies (state, interstate, and district)Possess effective communication skills for interactions with students, parents, fellow bus drivers, and supervisory staffPossess student behavior management skillsPossess skills in first aid, fuel economy, and defensive drivingKnow special education policies and laws and be able to appropriately interact with special education studentsProperly communicated on a two-way radioAssigned Decision Making
Modify routes to meet student needs and communicate changes to supervisory staffUse appropriate and approved student management and discipline strategies (driver may NEVER suspend student riding privileges)Decide appropriate action with regards to first aid for minor injuries on bus (always notify parents of injury)Interactions with OthersPositive interactions with students, parents, staff, teachers, administration and other outside agencies.
Supervisory ResponsibilitySupervision of student safety.
Budget ResponsibilityNA
Working Environment
Constantly pay attention to students during loading, unloading, and transit.Intervene with student behavior when necessary (gang issues, weapons, fighting, etc.).Be able to safely operate a bus in a safe manner in adverse weather conditions.Work split shifts.Work with medically fragile students including operating a wheelchair lift.Be tolerant of extreme weather circumstances (heat and cold).Canyon, rural, and city driving can be expected during any regular driving day.Physical Requirements -
Not limited to the following:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to speak and/or hear. Frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, and crouch. Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and must occasionally climb or balance.Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.Must be able to sit for long periods of time.Must be able to move and lift under 100 lbs.Note: The list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.