CLASS TITLE:       Bus Driver

REPORTS TO:       Transportation Director and/or Transportation Manager

SUPERVISES:         N/A

BASIC FUNCTION:   

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Terms of employment are designated by the contract.

• Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics and demonstrate punctuality and regular attendance.

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

      KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy. 

      ABILITY TO:

• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. 
• Understand and follow oral and written directions. 
• Meet schedules and time lines. 
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking;
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing;
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations;
• Requires bending, squatting , crawling, climbing, reaching;
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light to heavy weights.

EVALUATION:

• Annual development of a professional growth plan.
• Annual evaluation by immediate supervisor according to the classified evaluation plan.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Any combination equivalent to:  high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky lawOne year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
• Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate;
• Must pass motor vehicle record check.