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Job Description
Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Qualifications
EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED:
Five (5) years of licensed driving experience with fewer than five (5) infraction points in the last year or more than 10 points in the last three (3) year period Additional requirements: Must pass DOT certified physical examination, pre-employment drug screen, and FDLE fingerprint-based background check prior to start date
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
REQUIRED:
Permit for a Class B CDL with Air Brakes, "P" Passenger Endorsement, and "S" School Bus Endorsement. CDL Class A or B with Air Brakes, "P" Passenger Endorsement, and "S" School Bus Endorsement.
PREFERRED/DESIRED
Note:
This is a DOT safety sensitive position and subject to random drug testing. In compliance with 40 CFR 40.25, all previous positions identified as DOT safety sensitive within the previous three years must be disclosed on the application and all identified employers must comply.
Summary :
Transport students on scheduled routes and/or special events and field trips in and out of county. Responsible for the safe operation of a school bus and for ensuring the safety of students and other passengers while meeting established route schedules. Resolve emergency and non-emergency situations following established guidelines. Performance/Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The tasks/competencies listed below represent most of the time spent working in this position. Supervisor may assign additional tasks within the scope of this classification as necessary. Comply with all state and local traffic laws and school board policies and procedures relative to the safe operation of a school bus in all weather and traffic situations. Perform pre- and post-trip inspections (e.g. fuel, fluids, wipers, brakes, door mechanisms, etc.) on the bus to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition and in compliance with established guidelines. Assume the responsibility for the safety of their passengers including loading and unloading. Instruct students in safety precautions and practices. Monitor students and other passengers during transit including advising of appropriate behavior for the purpose of reinforcing established operating regulations and maintaining passenger safety. Maintain school bus interior (e.g. sweeping, wiping down seats as needed, mopping up spills, cleaning windows, etc.) and keep the bus clean at all times for the safety of passengers. Prepare Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) reports and submit; maintain other operational reports as required. Make recommendations to improve school bus routes, stops and loading/unloading zones at schools. Ensure students requiring special accommodations (e.g. car seats, wheel chairs, restraints, etc.) are properly secured and monitored for the purpose of ensuring their safety during transport, loading, and unloading. Drive assigned field trips Monday through Saturday and accept or reject field trip assignments per the
IUPAT 1010
Agreement and Department work instructions.
OTHER DUTIES
Provide customer service and use interpersonal communications skills. Make all decisions and perform all tasks in accordance with Brevard Public Schools' strategic plan, vision, and mission. Ensure compliance with Board rules and applicable federal laws and regulations.
JOB RELATED
Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and of the precautions necessary to avoid accidents. Operate light and/or heavy-duty school buses in a safe and economical way. Knowledge of first aid practices, procedures, and techniques. Knowledge of safe driving practices. Understand and carry out both oral and written instructions in an independent manner. Establish and maintain student conduct on school vehicle. Maintain valid certification as school bus driver according to state regulations. Meet the physical requirements necessary to perform required duties. Establish and maintain work relationship with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
GENERAL:
Knowledge and use of time management and organizational systems. Skill in meeting and exceeding customer/stakeholder expectations within the precincts of policy, procedure. Skill in active listening and social perceptiveness. Communicate orally and in writing. U se logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Sustain focus and attention to detail for extended periods of time.
TRAINING
Must complete a required driver-training course and a performance test in the operation of a school bus. Required state physical examination and complete a course in first aid.
EQUIPMENT
Use office machines such as large volume copiers, printers, or calculators. Use computers for email, word processing, intra/internet, data entry, spreadsheets, service ticket responses, presentations, or custom applications.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
(H)
HEAVY WORK
Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Medium Work.
POTENTIAL ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS/HAZARDS
Covered outdoor environment most often with frequent movement up and down from seated position to assist passengers. Intermittent noise and activity level. Requires Sitting, Standing, Walking, Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, Finger Dexterity, Talking, Hearing, and Visual Acuity frequently. May include conditions of small, enclosed, or partially enclosed areas, dust, dirt, fumes, odors, respiratory irritants, chemicals, inks, developers, mechanical hazards, moderate and repetitive noise, and static electricity.
TRAVEL:
Travel between sites often. Travel out of county occasionally.
