Bus Driving (will train), Custodial, Maintenance, Grounds

Bus Driving (will train), Custodial, Maintenance, Grounds Lowell School District 71 Lowell School District 71 - Lowell, Oregon Job Details

Job ID:

5704854

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Lowell School District Position Opening Bus Driver/Custodian/Maintenance/Grounds •Hiring bonus for Drivers with a current

CDL. STARTING DATE

July 1, 2026 WORK YEAR 260 Days, full-time

BASE SALARY

$19.68-25.48 dependent upon experience and job performed •See bonus provisions at the end of the posting.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Application review will begin June 1, 2026 THE

POSITION

The Lowell School District seeks outstanding, highly qualified candidates for a full time, benefitted position in the MOT Department to fill the role of bus driver, custodian, grounds and maintenance, depending on the needs of the district. Paid training for bus driving certification/CDL is included in this position.

POSITION SUMMARY

The employee will work with the MOT department as a custodian, grounds keeper and maintenance technician, in any combination, for a full time position with bus driving duties included during the school year and as needed. This position will include working with school principals, the public, teachers, administrators and students. This position may require evenings and split shifts. Some time periods will have more duties or work in one area or position. This employee will report to the Director of MOT. This position requires the candidate to have the ability to obtain, within 30 days of hire, and maintain a CDL.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

See Job Descriptions below

TO APPLY

Current district employees ONLY must send an email to Michelle Stephens (stephens@lowell.k12.or.us) stating their interest in being considered for the position Online application accepted through the district website: lowell.k12.or.us If you have questions regarding this process, please contact Michelle Stephens at 541.937.5095 or stephens@lowell.k12.or.us The Lowell School district complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or disability. The Lowell School District's policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants requesting veteran's preference must provide certification of eligibility for preference in addition to other requested materials. •If a candidate begins their employment already possessing a current, valid CDL that enables them to drive a bus, they will be eligible for a signing bonus of fifteen hundred dollars ($1500.00) to be paid in three (3) installments: Five hundred dollars ($500.00) upon hire, with their first paycheck; five hundred dollars ($500.00) when they are fully trained to drive a route and having passed all physical exams, paid in the following pay period; and five hundred dollars ($500.00) upon successful completion of their probationary period, also paid in the following pay period.

TITLE:

Maintenance Technician

JOB TYPE

This is a classified position

RESPONSIBLE TO

Director of Maintenance Operations & Transportation, Principals and Superintendent

ASSIGNMENT

The General Maintenance Technician performs routine building and grounds maintenance and repairs to enhance the learning environment for students. This may include custodial, technology and transportation duties.

DUTIES:

Maintain the District's school buildings, equipment and grounds in top condition to ensure full and productive use of District facilities Assist in promoting the safety, health and comfort of students and employees in school buildings and grounds Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness and efficiency in all maintenance and repair projects Perform preventive maintenance, repair and installation in connection with the exterior and interior of buildings and school grounds Operate and maintain boiler heating and all other central heating and air systems Move equipment and materials within and between school buildings as directed Work overtime when emergencies arise in order to prevent disruption of the schools Act as a substitute custodian, groundskeeper and bus or van driver when necessary Complete work orders thoroughly and promptly Maintain equipment used in the course of work Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards and correct these as directed Implement emergency preparedness procedures in District buildings in the event of any emergency Set up, take down and arrange chairs, tables and related equipment for District activities Direct visitors according to District policy Safeguard school property Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality Operate heavy duty machinery and equipment Perform other related duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand or walk for prolonged times during the work day. The employee is required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. and occasionally to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee works both indoors and outdoors year-round and may work in and around dust, fumes and odors. The employee may be called upon to work in high places. The employee must be able to drive a motor vehicle. The physical demands and the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is often moderate to high.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

TITLE:

Custodian

JOB TYPE

This is a classified position

ASSIGNMENT

To improve student achievement by performing routine building and grounds custodial and maintenance work.

RESPONSIBLE TO

Superintendent/ Principal and Maintenance Director

DUTIES:

Sweeping, scrubbing, waxing and polishing concrete, linoleum, tile, and wood floors. Vacuuming and shampooing rugs and carpets. Cleaning and dusting walls, furniture, woodwork and other equipment. Washing, scrubbing, and disinfecting rest rooms. Moving and rearranging chairs, tables, desks, furniture and other equipment. Performing minor repairs to buildings and fixtures, replacing light bulbs as necessary. Maintaining equipment used in the course of work. Correcting or reporting safety, sanitary and fire hazards. Securing locks on doors and windows of assigned buildings. Monitoring the evening building schedule and allows access to appropriate areas of the building; secures building after evening use. Locking down the building in the event of an emergency (during school hours). Setting up, taking down, and arranging chairs, tables and related equipment for evening activities. May prepare supply orders. Temporarily performing duties of the other district custodians in the event of an emergency or absence. Directing visitors and safeguarding school property. Maintaining regular and consistent attendance and punctuality. Performing related duties consistent with job description and assignment.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

This work is done in a school or district building environment, and may include solvent or cleaning smells, and human body waste cleanup. He/She will be on feet all day, with bending, lifting, standing, twisting, walking, kneeling, and climbing ladders. He/She must be able to lift up to 100 lb loads on occasion, and 50 lb loads repeatedly throughout the day. Safety equipment is available to be used.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Light Repetitive Work:

Floor level: occasionally; scraping gum, pulling staples Knee level: occasionally; cleaning desks Waist level: continuously cleaning desks, vacuuming Shoulder level: frequently; cleaning shelves, gathering supplies Overhead level: frequently, changing light bulbs, dusting, washing windows

Bending:

frequently; toilet bowls, tables

Twisting:

frequently, mopping, vacuuming, operating floor machine, waxing floors, shampooing carpet

Squatting:

picking up items from the floor

Kneeling/crawling:

awkward positions, i.e. cleaning the base of desks, pulling staples out of carpet

Garbage Cans:

lifted up and dumped into dumpsters

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel. Salary will be determined by terms of the current negotiated agreement. The amount due under the contract will be pro-rated monthly in accordance with district policy.

TITLE:

Bus Driver (Regular Route)

JOB TYPE

This is a classified position

ASSIGNMENT

Drives District busses to safely transport students between bus stops and schools, on field trips, or as assigned.

RESPONSIBLE TO

The Transportation Supervisor.

DUTIES:

Establish and maintain effective working rapport with students, parents, and staff. Drive regular route school busses as prescribed by assigned route and time schedule, and specified bus stops. Modify route temporarily in response to traffic or weather conditions. Initiate and administer discipline and reward systems to control student passenger behavior. Assign seating and train students in safe riding practices, street crossing, and emergency evacuation procedures. Perform pre-trip inspection of bus brakes, tires, emergency exits, lights, instruments, emergency equipment, and general operability; maintain interior cleanliness of bus. Complete required reports of odometer readings, bus malfunctions, student conduct and trips. Attend and participate in required classroom training programs, departmental meetings and planning sessions. Drive busses for field trips, athletic events, and other out-of-town special excursions as assigned. Communicate problems to Transportation Supervisor as necessary. Operate two-way radio or cell phone. May be required to drive Special Education routes as scheduling and/or relief driving requirements dictate. Perform related work as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Successful completion of advanced classroom and in-vehicle training and driving tests. Thorough knowledge of the operation and capabilities of District busses and bus equipment. Ability to drive safely under pressure of time constraints, student misbehavior, hazardous road conditions, and traffic demands. Punctuality and ability to pace activity to meet time schedules. Knowledge of student behavioral management techniques and ability to control large groups of students. Ability to represent the District's objectives of courtesy and responsibility to the public. Ability to remain available for evening or weekend meetings or driving assignments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR CLASS ENTRY

Possession of a valid State of Oregon Bus Driver's license Successful completion of core classes, training in first-aid, a physical examination, and faultless driving record.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Incumbents work split shifts. Driving assignments may require driving evenings, outside District boundaries or during snowstorms or other hazardous road conditions. Incumbents may be exposed to risk of accident, exhaust fumes, and noise of passengers or bus equipment.

CONDITIONS

The person assigned to this duty must possess appropriate training and background. Performance of assigned extra-curricular duties will be included in the evaluation process.

SALARY:

Will be determined by terms of the current negotiated agreement. The amount due under the contract will be pro-rated monthly in accordance with district policy.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$19.68 to $25.48 Per Hour