About this role
Position Title: Bus Driver/Grounds Keeper QUALIFICATIONS: Hold a current Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Pass a physical from a certified practitioner and clear a background check Previous school bus driving experience preferred but not required Previous groundskeeping, mowing, landscaping, or general maintenance experience preferred but not required Ability to safely operate groundskeeping equipment, including mowers, weed eaters, blowers, hand tools, and other related equipment For any assistance in completing this application, contact Mena Public Schools at (479) 394-1710. REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor and/or Maintenance/Grounds Supervisor ESSENTIAL DUTIES, FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The performance responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following: Come to work each day adequately prepared, both physically and mentally, to perform the following duties: Operate the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner, including driving at a rate of speed considered safe as dictated by road and weather conditions Maintain a CDL to cover vehicles owned by the district Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections of the vehicle and special equipment Ensure that bus video equipment is in working order Ensure the safety, welfare, and orderly conduct of passengers while on the bus and report any student behavior problems to the Transportation Director or school principal Maintain a positive attitude and communicate effectively with the Transportation Director, school staff, students, parents, and the motoring public Maintain a clean, sanitary bus and safe environment for students Attend all mandatory in-service training programs Report on time to start route and complete route in a safe and timely manner Operate the bus route as directed by the Transportation Supervisor and keep to the assigned schedule Report any bus repairs needed to the Transportation Supervisor Cell phones are prohibited while operating a school bus The driver of a school bus shall not operate the school bus until every passenger is seated Discharge students only at authorized stops. Discharge students only at his/her assigned stop unless notified by the Transportation Supervisor Transport only authorized students Will not leave bus while motor is running and will effectively set brake when bus is stopped Maintain current seating charts, bus roster, route, and bus stop map Communicate with students and parents regarding the time and location for bus stops Abide by all Federal and State traffic laws Report all accidents and complete required reports Show respect for confidentiality Provide maximum safety for students during loading and unloading Require caution at railroad crossings Prohibit unauthorized material on the vehicle Perform groundskeeping duties as assigned, including mowing, trimming, edging, weed eating, raking, blowing, and removal of debris from district grounds Maintain lawns, flower beds, sidewalks, parking areas, playground areas, athletic areas, and other outdoor district spaces in a neat, clean, and safe condition Operate and care for groundskeeping equipment in a safe and responsible manner Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of groundskeeping tools and equipment Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance, including leaf removal, storm cleanup, snow or ice removal, and other weather-related needs as assigned Report unsafe grounds conditions, equipment issues, or maintenance concerns to the appropriate supervisor Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate personal protective equipment while performing groundskeeping duties Perform any additional duties within the scope of this position as assigned by the Superintendent, Director of Student Support Services, Transportation Supervisor, and/or Maintenance/Grounds Supervisor Physical Demands Must be able to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds as needed Must be able to sit for extended periods while operating a school bus Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, climb, and perform repetitive motions as required for groundskeeping duties Must be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions Must be able to safely operate school transportation vehicles and groundskeeping equipment Evaluation Criteria Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board of Education policy on evaluation of Classified Personnel.