Must be at least 21 years of age or olderJob Duties:Drives a school bus on an assigned route in order to pick up and discharge studentsPerforms daily pre-trip inspectionChecks and fills the bus with oil, fuel, coolant, and other fluids to proper levelsInspects the bus to ensure that all necessary safety equipment (i.e., flares, fire extinguisher and first aid kit) is presentMaintains student discipline by verbal directions and reminders according to district guidelinesCommunicates with students, parents, staff, and administratorsDemonstrates an interest in and empathy for childrenReports bus malfunctions or suspected bus malfunctions to mechanic or Transportation SupervisorOperates warning lights for student pick-up, discharge and operates hazard lights at railroad crossingsOperates a two-way radio properlyReads and follows instructions from written materials: maps, route sheets, pre-trip instructions, field trips, etc. Completes required formsClimbs in and out of the school bus emergency door to evacuate the bus in an emergencyPerforms emergency first aidJob Skills and Abilities:Considerable knowledge of the operation of basic bus mechanical equipmentSome knowledge of child behaviorSkill in the operation of a passenger school busAbility to care for challenged students with diverse and special transportation needsAbility to understand and carry out written and oral instructionsAbility to read and writeAbility to communicate well with peopleAbility to be calm under stressAbility to control temper and maintain poiseAbility to develop and maintain discipline of studentsAbility to read a map and follow road directionsAbility to maintain insurability through district fleet policyAbility to administer first aidAbility to use technology to complete daily and assigned tasks appropriate for the position Rate of pay $27.80/hr to $35.48/hr .