Substitute Bus Driver

• Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

• High School diploma or equivalent.

• Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

• Must meet all school bus driver requirements set forth in State law and by the Ohio Department of Education.

• Demonstrated competence for assigned responsibilities.

• Industrial or institutional experience in facilities maintenance preferred.

• Valid boiler license where required.

• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.

• Residence in the taxing district of Alliance City Schools is preferred.

• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing

• Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

• Ability to resolve routine problems

• Be dependable, punctual and show continued initiative

• Maintain good personal hygiene

• Ability to read, understand and carry out verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and labels

• Ability to work effectively with others and maintain a positive work environment

• Ability to work quickly and efficiently

• Effective, active listening skills

• Organizational and problem solving skills

• Ability to work independently

• Demonstrates knowledge of proper chemical and PPE use, storage and disposal

• Demonstrates knowledge of proper equipment use, storage, care and maintenance.

• Obeys all State and Local traffic laws and all rules and regulations as outlined in the Ohio Pupil Transportation Rules and Regulations Handbook.

• Observes all mandatory safety regulations including the mandatory use of seat belts.

• Inspects the bus each day according to the Ohio Pre-trip Inspection regulations.

• Enforces the adopted Board of Education Discipline Policy and reports all undisciplined students in the appropriate format to the appropriate District administrator.

• Maintains an up to seating chart and route sheets for all routes.

• Operates the assigned bus over the route and time schedule assigned by the transportation department.

• Discharges students only at authorized stops unless approved by the Director of Operations or designee.

• Transports only authorized students unless given specific permission by the Director of Operations or designee.

• Provides transportation when needed for all extra trips.

• Notifies the bus garage dispatch immediately in case of mechanical failure or lateness.

• Reports all accidents, injuries, motor vehicle accidents or other safety concerns immediately to the bus garage dispatch.

• Cleans the interior of the bus daily and the exterior as needed.

• Parks the bus in the designated area.

• Attends all school bus suspension or expulsion hearings as directed.

• Maintain and submit all forms and records as required by the Director of Operations or designee.

• Report daily to the Director of Operations or mechanic on the appropriate forms any safety or mechanical defect of the vehicle.

• Use the CB radio only when necessary for official school business and in accordance with District guidelines.

• Maintains the highest standard for safety and cleanliness while performing the duties according to all Federal, State, Local and Administrative guidelines and regulations.

• Keep the bus in clean, safe and maximum operating condition.

• Maintain a friendly helpful attitude toward students, employees and the public

• Never leave in an emergency situation without specific authorization from the Director of Operations.

• Attend meetings and in-services as required by Board Policy, the Superintendent or designee, or the State Department of Education.

• Ensure the safety of the students and report any safety concern, confrontation, complication or conflict immediately to the Director of Operations.

• Follow all district policies and procedures as defined in the employee code of conduct and negotiated agreements.

• Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, parents and the public.

• Maintain respect at all times for confidential information.

• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy.

• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation.

• Access and respond to e-mails on a daily basis.

• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner.

• Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Operations, Superintendent or designee.

• Telephones and copy machine

• Computer system and software programs

• Working knowledge of all transportation equipment including school bus, wheelchair lift (if applicable), CB radio, etc.

• Occasional interaction among unruly children

• Frequent repetitive hand motion

• Frequent excessive sitting during assigned workday

• Frequent requirement to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see (ability to see color), read, speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop

• Frequent requirement to lift, carry, push, and pull various items up to a maximum of 70 pounds

• Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles or dangerous chemicals

• Frequent operation of a vehicle under normal and inclement weather conditions

• Frequent requirement to travel, e.g., to meetings, etc.

• Occasional evening/weekend/summer work

• Occasional requirement to work overtime

• Occasional exposure to extreme heat and cold

Alliance City School District