Substitute Bus Driver

Substitute Bus Driver

Tanque Verde School District is seeking to hire Substitute school bus driver’s to safely drive a school bus, van or district vehicle to transport students, district personnel and other persons as assigned on school business.

Example of Duties:

-Pre- and Post-trip inspection

-Maintains a daily log of bus inspection.

-Inspects bus fluids and mechanical functions and reports maintenance request to mechanic.

- Fuels bus/vehicle as needed.

-Maintains a clean vehicle inside and out.

-Drives a bus or van to transport passengers on special needs and/or regular route.

-May be required to drive special field trips or athletic events.

-Transport students in a safe manner.

-Instructs students on bus safety, providing guidance and discipline to students as appropriate.

-Refers parent complaints or discipline problems to Transportation Coordinator.

-Individuals must be able to work split shifts.

-May perform other transportation or district related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

-Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating, maintenance and procedure manuals.

-Ability to work independently.

-Ability to maintain confidentiality.

-Ability to sit for a long period of time, step up and down stairs, kneel and crouch.

-Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents and employees.

Minimum Qualifications:

-High School Diploma or GED

-Must be able to attain or currently hold a CDL license with School Bus Driver Endorsement. (Training is available)

-Successfully pass mandatory DOT Physical and drug screens (pre-employment)

-Obtain appropriate Fingerprint Clearance.

-Complete mandatory CPR and First Aid training.

-Safe driving record.

Pay is $16.00 per hour while in training. After training starting pay is $19.00 per hour.