Bus Driver Duties & Responsibilities
Operates a school bus in the scheduled transportation of persons at points of embarkation and disembarkation; supervises and responds to riders needs during bus ride; observes riders behaviors and environmental situation to detect conditions which threaten riders safety; maintains safety by driving within the laws and regulations of Ohio licensing, state laws, and the Ohio Pupil Transportation operation and safety rules.
Operates and rides hydraulic lift and secures riders wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment; follows riders programming procedures when necessary; assists in the boarding and departure of persons at points of embarkation and disembarkation in support of proper boarding procedures; turns in student/client absentee reports at disembarkation point in the morning, maintains attendance sheets as required.
Performs daily vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections; reports all defects to garage for repairs; performs duties outlined in the Ohio Pupil Transportation Laws and Regulations.
Participates in annual staff development program requirements and agency required programs to include annual in-services; communicates verbally and in writing to parents and staff, concerns and problems; provides input regarding safe transportation of riders.
Assists with riders during non-route times (e.g., field trips); assumes responsibility for riders possessions during route times; performs cleaning, disinfecting, and custodial duties as necessary.
In the event bus driver duties are not available to be completed, supervisor may assign alternative/additional duties: • Delivering lesson plans or other materials to students homes • Picking up and returning equipment from students homes • Assisting in classroom settings • Assisting on alternative transportation routes at various times of the day • Completing cleaning/sanitizing duties on buses, facilities, and in other work areas • Taking temperatures and distributing Personal Protective Equipment to guests as they enter a facility • Assisting other direct service providers serving individuals with developmental disabilities • Other duties as assigned
Benefits of Working at the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Tuition Reimbursement On-site fitness Generous health care package (health, vision, dental, & life insurance) Childcare Assistance 14% employer contribution towards retirement plan (www.opers.com or www.strsoh.org) Deferred compensation options (www.ccao457empower-retirement.com & www.ohio457.org) Paid holidays Excellent leave policies (sick, vacation, and personal days)