School Bus Operator Position Available In Lee, Florida

School Bus Operator 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars 2855 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, FL 33966 School Bus Operator The School District of Lee County is looking for an experienced Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation for students in a cost-effective manner that supports the goals of the District.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent Valid Florida driver’s license for the past five (5) years Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Florida CDL license or willingness to obtain license (paid by the District)

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus and report undisciplined students to school authorities.
• Adhere to assigned schedule.
• Respond to dispatch requests.
• Maintain bus in a clean and orderly condition.
• Check bus daily for mechanical defects and for fuel and oil levels.
• Notify the proper authorities in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Attend a District-provided training to obtain a Defensive Driver Certificate within the first year of employment.
• Exercise responsible leadership on all school trips.
• Transport only authorized persons.
• Report all accidents and complete required accident reports.
• Enforce regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.
• Attend all required safety and training sessions, including special needs training.
• Complete required paperwork in its entirety and on time.
• Attend parent and school conferences as requested.
• Attend assigned area meetings.
• Conduct required bus evacuation drills.
• Administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guidelines.
• Serve in a team leader role when working with other school bus employees.
• Work closely with and cooperate with other employees.
• Comply with all requirements of Transportation Department directives, School Board policies, and regulations of the State Board of Education.
• Register with the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.
• Maintain driver and CDL licensure and required endorsements.
• Exhibit professionalism to include attendance, attitude, attire, and other directives per District policy.

Your Perks:

Employee insurance plans including free employee health and life insurance Retirement programs Employee benefits & wellness programs including monetary incentives Free access to state-of-the art gym (located at district office) Free professional development A variety of discount partners Holidays and summers off! About the

School District of Lee County:

The School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and America’s 33rd-largest school district.

• We proudly educate approximately 99,000 students in grades K-12, with thousands more adult learners. We are one of the county’s largest employers, with approximately 12,000 full- and part-time employees, and with the District’s construction program, building new schools and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area’s largest developers.

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Source:

National Center for

Education Statistics Job Types:

Full-time, Contract Pay:

From $18.90 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Supplemental Pay:

Overtime pay People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Language:

English (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required)

Work Location:

In person