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Veteran Preference Qualifications:

(1) High School Diploma or equivalent. (2) Possess a valid Florida CDL Class B license with air brakes, passenger and school busendorsements. (3) Employer conducts background check, drug screening, and E-Verify.

NOTE:

The applicant must satisfactorily complete a required driver training course and pass aperformance test in the operation of a school bus. The applicant must also pass arequired state physical examination, dexterity test and complete a basic course in first aid.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Good knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and of the precautionsnecessary to avoid accidents. Ability to operate light and/or heavy duty school buses in a safeand economical way. Ability to understand and carry out both written and oral directions. Ability toexercise appropriate disciplinary techniques.

Job Goal:

To safely transport students to and from their school site and/orspecial events.

Responsibilities:

• (1) Comply with all state and local traffic laws and School Board policies and proceduresrelative to the safe operation of a school bus.
• (2) Inspect the bus to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition before leaving on a routeor trip.
• (3) Assume responsibility for the safety of his/her passengers including loading andunloading.
• (4) Instruct students in safety precautions and practices.
• (5) Maintain appropriate student discipline and report unruly behavior to the School Principal.
• (6) Sweep and keep the bus clean, both inside and outside, at all times.
• (7) Prepare FEFP and other required operational reports accurately and submit in a timelymanner. (8) Make recommendations to improve school bus routes, stops and loading / unloadingzones at schools.
• (9) Interpersonal communication skills.
• (10) Report to the head mechanic, or appropriate administrator, any defects in the bus orrepairs needed for the safe operation of the bus. (11) Complete required in-service and training programs. (12) Assist in obtaining substitute drivers if required. (13) Perform other incidental tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.
• (14) Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

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Essential Performance Responsibilities Physical Requirements:

Heavy Work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of forcefrequently and/or up to 20 pounds of force as needed to move objects.

Work Schedule:

Full Time Salary:

$17.56 - $25.58 For instructions on how to apply, please click on the green Apply button.