About this role
Tea Area School District JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE: School Bus Driver REQUIREMENTS: A. Education Level: High School Diploma. Valid South Dakota CDL with bus endorsement. No record of DUI convictions in past 10 years. B. Experience Desired: One year bus experience preferred but not required C. Physical Requirements: Must be able to pass DOT mandated physical exam. Must pass pre-duty and randomly administered drug and alcohol tests. Continual sitting, reaching, and repetitive hand/arm movements. REPORTS TO: Transportation Director WORKS WITH: Transportation Director, Activities Director, Coaches/Advisors ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:
• Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain safety precautions when students are boarding and departing the bus.
• Follow assignments and adhere to set schedules.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and submit work orders as necessary,
• Communicate with department personnel, school personnel and transportation director about behaviors/incidents on the bus.
• Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
• Properly operate all assigned communications equipment.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage and student injuries as they occur.
• Complete and submit all required reports and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned.
WORKING CONDITIONS: A. Inside and Outside B. Climatic Environment – Moderate exposure to extreme temperatures and vehicle fumes. C. Hazards – Occasionally subjected to mechanical hazards, vibrations, adverse road conditions.