Bus Driver Performs semiskilled work in the transportation of pupils to and from school and special events, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Director of Transportation.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Performs semiskilled work in the transportation of pupils to and from school and special events, and related work as apparent or assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Drives school bus or automobile; picks up and delivers students to and/or from school facilities, special events and field trips. Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle; reports operating and equipment deficiencies. Maintains internal cleanliness of assigned vehicle. Obeys traffic laws and observes mandatory safety regulations for school bus and automobile operations. Transports only authorized students. Reports all accidents and completes required reports. Conducts periodic emergency vehicle evacuation drills. Records mileage; maintains various records and prepares a variety of reports on activities. Ensures passenger safety; maintains discipline on bus; completes disciplinary forms as necessary. Makes bus available for period maintenance. Performs related tasks as required. General knowledge of the problems involved in operating assigned automotive equipment; general knowledge of the geography of the County and the location of streets; general knowledge of traffic rules, regulations and statutes; skill in the safe operation of the automotive equipment to which assigned; ability to detect malfunctioning equipment; ability to assist children using patience and understanding; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students, parents and the general public. Less than high school education and minimal experience operating automotive equipment, or equivalent combination of education and experience. This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands to finger, handle or feel and reaching with hands and arms and occasionally requires pushing or pulling, lifting and repetitive motions; work requires close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color perception and peripheral vision; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, using of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to extreme cold (non-weather), exposure to extreme heat (non-weather) and exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment; work is generally in a loud noise location (e.g. grounds maintenance, heavy traffic).Possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Reports To Director of Transportation Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. July 2007 New Kent County Public Schools
