78 Passenger Bus Driver

Drive a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to assigned locations along designated routes on an as needed basis.

Interested parties must:

1. Obtain a Department of Transportation Physical (Cost reimbursed by Frontier School Corporation)

2. Enroll and successfully complete 4 day Pre-Service Class through the Indiana Department of Education

3. Obtain a Blue Card

4. Successfully pass a Physical Fitness Test

5. Complete four (4) hours of observation with a school bus driver holding a yellow card

6. Complete eight (8) hours of driving with a school bus driver holding a yellow card

7. Pass the written test for CDL at Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV)

8. Pass the Skills Test at Department of Transportation testing site.

Essential Functions:

1. Pick up and discharge students in accordance with established time lines; observe legal and defensive driving practices in all weather elements and road conditions.

2. Maintain order and discipline among passengers on the bus; report behavior issues ot appropriate personnel and assure student understanding of bus rules.

3. Conduct required daily safety inspections of buses; inspect interior, exterior and engine of buses to assure safe operational condition; report mechanical malfunctions or other problems as needed.

4. Collaborate with departmental supervisor or administrator in establishing and maintaining student bus stops and transportation schedules.

5. Maintain and update routes sheets; contact parents or guardians to establish route pick-up or delivery times as assigned; notify appropriate supervisor of changes in routes.

6. Maintain buses in a clean and safe operating condition.

7. Load and unload students as required; utilize and assist students with wheelchair lifts as needed.

8. Operate a two-way radio to communicate with Superintendent Office personnel.

9. Perform related duties as assigned by the Administrator to meet the particular needs of the building/unit.

Qualifications:

Any combination equivalent to:

1. Graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to perform assignened duties.

2. Incumbents must possess a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) issued by the state of Indiana.

3. Candidates and employees meet State Department of Transportation physical requirements.

4. Candidates must abstain from narcotic drug use and excessive drinking.

5. Candidates must have sufficient physical and mental abilities to operate a school bus in a safe manner.