Bus Drivers - Cardinal Ritter Prep

Job Responsibilities: Safely transport students to and from assigned destinations according to established schedules. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles and complete required inspection reports. Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly bus at all times. Ensure all students follow school transportation rules and maintain appropriate behavior while riding. Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus safely. Follow all Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT), Missouri State Highway Patrol, and school transportation regulations. Promptly report accidents, vehicle concerns, maintenance needs, student incidents, or emergencies to the Athletic Director or Director of Transportation. Maintain accurate transportation logs, mileage records, and trip documentation. Communicate professionally with students, parents, coaches, school personnel, and administration. Transport athletic teams, academic groups, and other organizations for school-sponsored events, including evenings and weekends when assigned. Fuel buses as needed and report any maintenance issues immediately. Attend required safety meetings, professional development, and training sessions. Perform other transportation-related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: High school diploma or GED preferred. Valid Missouri Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. Current Missouri School Bus Permit. Current Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Examiner's Certificate. Clean driving record with an acceptable motor vehicle history. Ability to pass criminal background checks, fingerprinting, drug screening, and all required pre-employment screenings. Ability to obtain and maintain all certifications required by state and federal regulations. Previous school bus driving experience preferred, but not required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong commitment to student safety. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions during emergencies. Knowledge of defensive driving techniques and traffic laws. Dependable, punctual, and professional. Ability to work flexible hours, including mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods while operating a commercial vehicle. Ability to enter and exit the bus multiple times daily. Ability to assist students in emergency evacuations. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds when necessary. Meet all physical requirements established by the Missouri Department of Transportation and Department of Public Safety. Work Schedule Morning and afternoon school routes. Athletic events and extracurricular activities. Field trips and special events. Summer transportation assignments as needed Cardinal Ritter College Prep Expectations Employees of Cardinal Ritter College Prep are expected to: Support the mission and values of Cardinal Ritter College Prep Treat every student with dignity, respect, and compassion. Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, and accountability. Maintain confidentiality regarding student and school information. Serve as a positive role model for students both on and off campus. The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening: All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.