Capital Region ESD 113
Centralia - Bus Driver-Substitute
Capital Region ESD 113, Centralia, Washington, United States, 98531
Substitute Bus Drive
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Classification:
School Bus Driver
Location:
Transportation
Reports to:
Director of Transportation
Bargaining Unit:
PSE
The district offers a 60 hour paid training program for anyone who is interested in getting their commercial driver's license (CDL), including passenger, school bus endorsements and non-air brake restriction.
The rate of pay for the training program is $16.66 per hour.
Job Summary:
The job of "School Bus Driver" is done for the purpose of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or special trips; enforcing rules, regulations, and laws to maintain safety during transport: ensuring the vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the district's curricular program.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 21 years of age
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of five (5) years of driving experience
WA State driver's license, with commercial driver's license (CDL), including passenger, school bus endorsements and non-air brake restriction
Clean driving abstract free of all major violations such as DUI or negligent driving with a limited number of minor violations
Ability to pass a physical examination as required under federal regulations
Evidence of School Bus Driver's Authorization, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Testing Clearance, First Aid Certification
Ability to meet the physical and mental demands necessary to perform duties, tasks and responsibilities of a school bus driver as described in the job description
Ability to communicate effectively, possess awareness of self and others, listen actively, be patient, incorporate humor/lightheartedness into work, be empathic, possess a growth mindset and be customer service oriented
Ability to support the District's vision, mission, goals and culture code including the believe that all students can succeed
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing
Preferred Qualifications/Eventual Competency:
Must be able to perform multiple non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including; adhering to safety practices; understanding applicable codes, policies, regulations and maintaining accurate records, knowledge of area streets and locations, emergency evacuation techniques, health standards and hazards
Essential Job Functions:
This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary and without notice. Depending upon individual assignments this position performs all or a combination of the following duties:
Drives all size and types of school buses in any type of traffic and weather condition, including fog, rain, snow and traffic congestion
Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure any vehicle driven is in safe operating condition and complying with mandated guidelines
Drives school bus in accordance with the laws established by the WA State Department of Licensing as well as the policies established by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction for the purpose of transporting students on scheduled routes to and from school as well as extracurricular activity trips
Concentrate on safety and defensive driving under various distracting circumstances
Communicate effectively using verbal, listening and writing skills. Including attention to detail and ability to accurately complete transportation/driver paperwork
Team oriented; ability to work with a variety of people including sensitivity to cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, religious and ethnic diversity of students, staff and community
Strong student management capabilities
Ability to establish rapport with students, colleagues, administrators, parents and community stakeholders
Reports observations and/or incidents (discipline, accidents, inappropriate behavior) in accordance with school district policies and procedures
Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established guideline and maintaining passenger safety
Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and ethics, working cooperatively with program management, administrators, certificated and non-certificated staff, parents and students
Work cooperatively to support a successful team effort
Work collaboratively and respectfully with other team members and District staff
Possess clear communication skills, conflict management and resolution skills, fallibility, diplomacy, flexibility, patience, awareness (of self and others), and trustworthiness
Conducts emergency evacuation drills inn accordance with OSPI policies
Other duties as assigned
Salary:
$26.91 per hour for drivers who meet the training and license requirements.
Work schedule:
This is an on-call position. Hours and days will vary depending upon need.
Benefits:
Sick leave; health benefits including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance when an employee works 630 hours in a school year.
Application Procedures:
Interested individuals should apply online at www.edjobsnw.org AND submit a letter of interest to Gibb Kingsley, Director of Transportation at gkingsley@centralia.wednet.edu.
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Classification:
School Bus Driver
Location:
Transportation
Reports to:
Director of Transportation
Bargaining Unit:
PSE
The district offers a 60 hour paid training program for anyone who is interested in getting their commercial driver's license (CDL), including passenger, school bus endorsements and non-air brake restriction.
The rate of pay for the training program is $16.66 per hour.
Job Summary:
The job of "School Bus Driver" is done for the purpose of transporting students over scheduled routes and/or special trips; enforcing rules, regulations, and laws to maintain safety during transport: ensuring the vehicle is in safe operating condition; and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the district's curricular program.
Required Qualifications:
Minimum of 21 years of age
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of five (5) years of driving experience
WA State driver's license, with commercial driver's license (CDL), including passenger, school bus endorsements and non-air brake restriction
Clean driving abstract free of all major violations such as DUI or negligent driving with a limited number of minor violations
Ability to pass a physical examination as required under federal regulations
Evidence of School Bus Driver's Authorization, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance, Drug Testing Clearance, First Aid Certification
Ability to meet the physical and mental demands necessary to perform duties, tasks and responsibilities of a school bus driver as described in the job description
Ability to communicate effectively, possess awareness of self and others, listen actively, be patient, incorporate humor/lightheartedness into work, be empathic, possess a growth mindset and be customer service oriented
Ability to support the District's vision, mission, goals and culture code including the believe that all students can succeed
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations
This position is subject to random drug and alcohol testing
Preferred Qualifications/Eventual Competency:
Must be able to perform multiple non-technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job including; adhering to safety practices; understanding applicable codes, policies, regulations and maintaining accurate records, knowledge of area streets and locations, emergency evacuation techniques, health standards and hazards
Essential Job Functions:
This list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary and without notice. Depending upon individual assignments this position performs all or a combination of the following duties:
Drives all size and types of school buses in any type of traffic and weather condition, including fog, rain, snow and traffic congestion
Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure any vehicle driven is in safe operating condition and complying with mandated guidelines
Drives school bus in accordance with the laws established by the WA State Department of Licensing as well as the policies established by the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction for the purpose of transporting students on scheduled routes to and from school as well as extracurricular activity trips
Concentrate on safety and defensive driving under various distracting circumstances
Communicate effectively using verbal, listening and writing skills. Including attention to detail and ability to accurately complete transportation/driver paperwork
Team oriented; ability to work with a variety of people including sensitivity to cultural, developmental, socioeconomic, religious and ethnic diversity of students, staff and community
Strong student management capabilities
Ability to establish rapport with students, colleagues, administrators, parents and community stakeholders
Reports observations and/or incidents (discipline, accidents, inappropriate behavior) in accordance with school district policies and procedures
Advises students and other passengers of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established guideline and maintaining passenger safety
Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and ethics, working cooperatively with program management, administrators, certificated and non-certificated staff, parents and students
Work cooperatively to support a successful team effort
Work collaboratively and respectfully with other team members and District staff
Possess clear communication skills, conflict management and resolution skills, fallibility, diplomacy, flexibility, patience, awareness (of self and others), and trustworthiness
Conducts emergency evacuation drills inn accordance with OSPI policies
Other duties as assigned
Salary:
$26.91 per hour for drivers who meet the training and license requirements.
Work schedule:
This is an on-call position. Hours and days will vary depending upon need.
Benefits:
Sick leave; health benefits including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability insurance, and life insurance when an employee works 630 hours in a school year.
Application Procedures:
Interested individuals should apply online at www.edjobsnw.org AND submit a letter of interest to Gibb Kingsley, Director of Transportation at gkingsley@centralia.wednet.edu.