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Form of workSCHOOL/DEPARTMENT: Transportation
TYPE: Classified STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY: $15.65-16.82 (DOE, up to 5 years experience, 9-month position, Full Benefit Package) WORK CALENDAR: 191 DAYS, 7 Hours Per Day START DATE: November 2023
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation
SUMMARY: Under close supervision, operates a school bus to safely transport students for Somerton School District No. 11.
SPECIFIC DUTIES/TASKS INCLUDE:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
QUALIFICATIONS:
TYPE: Classified STATUS: Non-Exempt SALARY: $15.65-16.82 (DOE, up to 5 years experience, 9-month position, Full Benefit Package) WORK CALENDAR: 191 DAYS, 7 Hours Per Day START DATE: November 2023
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation
SUMMARY: Under close supervision, operates a school bus to safely transport students for Somerton School District No. 11.
SPECIFIC DUTIES/TASKS INCLUDE:
- Performs pre-trip inspection of bus, including checking gas, oil, water, lights, brakes and safety.
- Transports students to and from school along a scheduled route.
- Maintains discipline on the bus.
- Prepares necessary discipline reports.
- Performs post-trip inspection of bus and reports any maintenance problems.
- Maintains mileage and student count log.
- Prepares incident reports as needed.
- Transports students on field trips and other outings.
- Cleans assigned area.
- Moves, arranges and cleans office furniture. Vacuum carpets and floors.
- Stores custodial equipment and supplies.
- Washes and keeps bus clean and orderly and performs related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of motor vehicle laws, especially pertaining to school bus operation.
- Knowledge of school bus inspection methods and procedures.
- Knowledge of school disciplinary procedures.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
- Skill in safely operating a school bus.
- Skill in monitoring students and keeping order while driving.
- Skill in following oral and written instructions.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments.
- Work requires frequent driving, bending and lifting up to 30 pounds.
- May be exposed to moving equipment, extreme weather conditions, toxic fumes and chemicals and infectious diseases.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Must possess an Arizona commercial driver's license and school bus driver certification.
- Additional certifications may also be required as specified by the District.
- Fingerprint Clearance Card (IVP) required at the time of hiring.
