Bus Driver Float - This position offers Health Insurance Benefits
Currently: Days and hours as needed - currently 180 days per year,
6 hours per day
Reports to: Director of Operations or designee
Salary: $24.28 - $28.11 Bus Driver
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
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High School diploma or equivalent.
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Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
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Must meet all school bus driver requirements set forth in State law and by the Ohio Department of Education.
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Demonstrated competence for assigned responsibilities.
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Industrial or institutional experience in facilities maintenance preferred.
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Valid boiler license where required.
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Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
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Residence in the taxing district of Alliance City Schools is preferred.
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Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
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Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
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Ability to resolve routine problems
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Be dependable, punctual and show continued initiative
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Maintain good personal hygiene
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Ability to read, understand and carry out verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels
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Ability to work effectively with others and maintain a positive work environment
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Ability to work quickly and efficiently
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Effective, active listening skills
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Organizational and problem solving skills
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Ability to work independently
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Demonstrates knowledge of proper chemical and PPE use, storage and disposal
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Demonstrates knowledge of proper equipment use, storage, care and maintenance.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES & JOB FUNCTIONS:
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Obeys all State and Local traffic laws and all rules and regulations as outlined in the Ohio Pupil Transportation Rules and Regulations Handbook.
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Observes all mandatory safety regulations including the mandatory use of seat belts.
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Inspects the bus each day according to the Ohio Pre-trip Inspection regulations.
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Enforces the adopted Board of Education Discipline Policy and reports all undisciplined students in the appropriate format to the appropriate District administrator.
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Maintains an up to seating chart and route sheets for all routes.
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Operates the assigned bus over the route and time schedule assigned by the transportation department.
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Discharges students only at authorized stops unless approved by the Director of Operations or designee.
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Transports only authorized students unless given specific permission by the Director of Operations or designee.
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Provides transportation when needed for all extra trips.
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Notifies the bus garage dispatch immediately in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
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Reports all accidents, injuries, motor vehicle accidents or other safety concerns immediately to the bus garage dispatch.
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Cleans the interior of the bus daily and the exterior as needed.
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Parks the bus in the designated area.
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Attends all school bus suspension or expulsion hearings as directed.
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Maintain and submit all forms and records as required by the Director of Operations or designee.
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Report daily to the Director of Operations or mechanic on the appropriate forms any safety or mechanical defect of the vehicle.
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Use the CB radio only when necessary for official school business and in accordance with District guidelines.
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Maintains the highest standard for safety and cleanliness while performing the duties according to all Federal, State, Local and Administrative guidelines and regulations.
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Keep the bus in clean, safe and maximum operating condition.
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Maintain a friendly helpful attitude toward students, employees and the public
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Never leave in an emergency situation without specific authorization from the Director of Operations.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Attend meetings and in-services as required by Board Policy, the Superintendent or designee, or the State Department of Education.
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Ensure the safety of the students and report any safety concern, confrontation, complication or conflict immediately to the Director of Operations.
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Follow all district policies and procedures as defined in the employee code of conduct and negotiated agreements.
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Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, parents and the public.
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Maintain respect at all times for confidential information.
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Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy.
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Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation.
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Access and respond to e-mails on a daily basis.
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Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner.
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Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations, Superintendent or designee.
EQUIPMENT & OPERATION KNOWLEDGE:
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Telephones and copy machine
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Computer system and software programs
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Working knowledge of all transportation equipment including school bus, wheelchair lift (if applicable), CB radio, etc.
ADDITIONAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
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Occasional interaction among unruly children
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Frequent repetitive hand motion
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Frequent excessive sitting during assigned workday
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Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see (ability to see color), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop
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Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 70 pounds
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Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles or dangerous chemicals
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Frequent operation of a vehicle under normal and inclement weather conditions
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Frequent requirement to travel, e.g., to meetings, etc.
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Occasional evening/weekend/summer work
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Occasional requirement to work overtime
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Occasional exposure to extreme heat and cold
