School Bus Driver

Job Details Job ID: 3660252 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Jun 1, 2024 Locations Warehouse - Bennington, Nebraska Job Description BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS JOB DESCRIPTION DEPARTMENT: Transportation JOB TITLE: Bus Driver – Route/Activity REQUIREMENTS: A. Education Level: High school diploma or equivalent preferred – experience in transportation will be considered in lieu of HS diploma B. Certification: Valid NE school bus driver’s license Successfully pass medical physical as prescribed by law C. Experience Desired: Previous bus driving or commercial driving D. Attendance: Performance of this position requires attendance during route time frames. Hours may be adjusted for regular and activity routes. E. Other Requirements: Cooperative and flexible; pleasant personality; ability to communicate with staff, students and public; appropriate dress and appearance. REPORTS TO: Transportation Director RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Transportation Director EVALUATED BY: Transportation Director ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: To maintain and promote the safe handling of school bus transportation vehicles and the safe transportation of students & staff, the bus driver will: - Regular, dependable, in-person attendance is an essential function of the job. - Obey all traffic laws. - Observe all mandatory school bus safety regulations. - Maintain discipline when students are on the bus. - Report behavior incidents to the Transportation Director and/or Principal. - Maintain a clean vehicle on a daily basis. - Keep the assigned time schedule for normal, daily routes and special activity trips. - Check the vehicle for mechanical and tire defects before each operation. - Follow bus routes as outlined/developed by the Transportation Director. - Notify the Transportation Director and/or District Mechanic immediately, in writing, of any vehicle mechanical defect or failure. - Deliver passengers at authorized stops. - Assume and exercise responsible leadership on in-district and out-of-district trips. - Transport only authorized riders. - Report and submit all documents relating to accidents and incidents to the proper authorities (Transportation Director, law enforcement officials, insurances representatives, school administrators, parents/guardians). - Enforce all rules and regulations regarding bus rider behavior. - Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Administration. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Compensation and work year to be established by the Board upon recommendation of the Administration Job Type: Part-time Pay: $22.35 - $25.35 per hour Position Type: Part-Time Salary: $22.35 to $25.35 Per Hour Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Human Resources 11620 North 156th Street Bennington, Nebraska 68007 Phone: 402-238-3044 Email: hr@bennps.org