Bus Driver/Trainer - Transportation - Mesa Public Schools
Mesa, AZ 85201
About the Job
Bus Driver/Trainer
Transportation - 7038 E Adobe Rd
Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.
Base Rate: | $20.76 |
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Performance Pay: | Available annually |
New hire experience: | 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum |
New hire education: | 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position |
Class/Calendar: | B22, 12 months |
Hours: | Full-time (40 hours per week) |
FSLA: | Non-Exempt |
Benefits: | Vacation, sick leave, holidays, matched retirement, health and life insurance |
OVERVIEW
To provide classroom and behind-the-wheel training for school bus drivers according to District, DPS and FMCSA standards; to safely drive any school bus and/or any school van to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School education or GED preferred
- Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and a clean driving record from Arizona DOT MVD and be accident free
- Must be certified continuously as a school bus driver in Arizona for the 12-month period immediately preceding the application and be employed as a certified school bus driver at the time of the application
- Must currently hold at least CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements & have at least 2 years’ experience driving a CMV Class B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
- Knowledge of Arizona Minimum Standards for School Buses and School Bus Drivers
- Knowledge of Arizona traffic laws
- Proficient demonstration of driving skills and proficiency; Ability to drive safely under pressure
- Knowledge of district policies and procedures preferred
- Knowledge of street and school locations within the district preferred
- Ability to train school bus drivers in behind-the-wheel training and/or classroom training
- Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with students, parents, coworkers and district personnel at all levels
- Ability to read and understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district preferred
- Ability to meet time schedules; must be punctual and reliable
- Ability to work varying driving assignments and to drive a variety of buses (regular and special ed)
- Ability to effectively communicate using a two-way radio
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel training for school bus drivers according to District, DPS and FMCSA standards
- Drive any school bus and/or any school van safely to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions (field trips, athletic events) for absent bus drivers
- Assist students and other passengers to provide for safe loading and unloading from buses during normal and emergency transport
- Administer first aid and medical assistance to provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students
- Assess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of passengers
- Instruct students in the rules and regulations of safe bus riding and evacuation procedures
- Manage and handle conduct of students and passengers while they are on the bus
- Inform school and/or district personnel of practices and incidents, providing information for proper procedures
- Prepare documentation to provide appropriate personnel with written support and/or to convey information
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of each bus you drive each day
- Report any discrepancies to vehicle maintenance following proper procedures
- Do not drive an unsafe bus; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bus
- Complete required paperwork and keep route sheet current
- Attend training programs to maintain skills and meet requirements of school bus certificate
- Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
- Regular and on-time attendance required
- Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
SUPERVISION
Transportation Satellite Supervisor
Director, Transportation
Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Transportation. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION: The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.
