About this role
Please be aware if offered a job in the following position it will be contingent on passing a physical. On the job training is provided to obtain the required CDL Type B Driver's License w/PS Endorsement. These positions are 6 hours per day (Hours may vary). 185 Days/Year Eligible for District offered benefits of medical, dental, vision, retirement and life insurance once applicant obtains CDL w/PS Endorsement. BUS DRIVER IN TRAINING Purpose Statement: The job of Bus Driver/Trainer is done for the purpose/s of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in safe operating condition; providing classroom instruction and behind the wheel training of applicants and bus drivers; addressing school bus regulations and safety procedures; identifying training requirements; and maintaining required documentation for audit in compliance with state certification and district/state/federal requirements; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses. This job reports to Supervisor of Transportation Essential Functions • Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing regulations and maintaining passenger safety. • Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations for the purpose of resolving and/or recommending a resolution to the situation. • Assists other personnel, as may be required, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment. • Informs other school personnel, parents, etc. of events and/or practices (e.g. scheduled stops, established routes, route conditions, etc.) for the purpose of advising them of issues that may require action. • Prepares documents and reports (e.g. field trips reports, incident reports, inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information. • Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel. • Responds to inquiries (e.g. students, parents, other school personnel, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and/or direction. • Supervises students and other passengers during transit for the purpose of maintaining safety and following district policy. Other Functions: • Attends safety meetings, training's, etc. relating to State and district requirements for the purpose of presentin and/or acquiring information. • Conducts bus driver training for district drivers, substitutes, and other assigned employees for the purpose of presenting, reinforcing and/or developing bus driver skills. • Creates program materials (e.g. procedures, handouts, traiining materials, resource information, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring adequate training resources for facilities personne. • Performs the functions of a School Bus Driver for the purpose of meeting the District's transportation needs. • Presents procedural and behavioral training guidelines to staff within the district for the purpose of promoting safety and outlining district policies. • Assists other personnel, as may by required, for the purpose of ensuring and efficient and effective work environment. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform single, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; operating all School Bus in fleet, Snow Chains, Controls of School Bus, Door Controls, Gauges, Fuel Pump, Two-Way Radio, etc.; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: Wyoming rules and laws of the road; handle student discipline by approved department procedures; troubleshooting mechanical problems with bus, etc. concepts of grammar and punctuation; and safety practices and procedures. ABILITY is required to schedule activities; collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. In working with others, independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; displaying mechanical aptitude; maintaining confidentiality; and meeting deadlines and schedules. Responsibility Responsibilities include: working under direct supervision using standardized routines; providing information and/or advising others; and operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the Organization's services. Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 80% sitting, 10% walking, and 10% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions. Experience Job related experience is desired. Education High School diploma or equivalent. Required Testing Federal DOT Physical Pre-employment Drug Screen Random Drug/Alcohol Screening Certificates & Licenses CDL Type B Driver's License w/PS Endorsement CPR/First Aid Certificate (by assignment); Training provided. Evidence of Insurability Continuing Educ. / Training Six hours annual training required by WY DOT Maintain evidence of insurability Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance