Bus Yard Worker

Essential Functions: Fuel all buses on a daily or rotating basis as needed to ensure an adequate supply of fuel for scheduled routes and trips. Fuel trucks and other vehicles assigned to the Transportation Department. Clean exterior of buses and other school vehicles with power washing equipment. Park buses in assigned spaces after fueling. Clean interior of buses and other vehicles with brooms and/or vacuum cleaners and empty waste containers. Drive buses to deliver students to various locations. Report suspected bullying to building principal or designee as required by Arkansas law and district policies. Report to the proper authorities any cases of suspected child endangerment, neglect, or abuse. Adhere to all policies of the District. Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Assistant Transportation Director.

Position Qualifications: Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word. Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task. Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type. Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work. Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others. Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace. Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Loyal - The trait of feeling a sense of duty to the employer. Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task. Punctuality - Ability to report to work on time on a day-to-day basis. Regular attendance - Exhibiting regular attendance in order to perform duties in a satisfactory manner. Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy. Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct. Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety. Self Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required Experience: None Computer Skills: Shall be able to demonstrate an acceptable level of proficiency with computers and programs associated with the position, as necessary.

Certifications & Licenses: Must have current Arkansas Class B Commercial Drivers License with School Bus Passenger Endorsement. Must have current Arkansas certification for operating fueling equipment and devices.

Other Requirements: Successful completion of pre-employment background checks. Appropriate personal and professional conduct at all times while around students and other staff members. Must successfully pass required DOT drug test. Must have a physical exam on file every two years. Must attend annual bus safety meeting provided by the State of Arkansas.

Physical Demands: Vision (Near, Distance, Color, Peripheral, Depth) Sense of Sound - Able to carry on normal conversation and communicate by telephone or portable radio. Sense of Touch Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - As required for the position.

Work Environment: The work environment for this position is generally in a garage/shop setting with both inside and outside work. The noise level is moderate to high in most situations. Some exposure to extreme heat or cold may be encountered depending on the job assignment and the season of the year.