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    Bus Driver - Virginia Beach, United States - Virginia Department of Education

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    Bus Driver

    Job no:
    Work type: Part-time
    Location: Virginia
    Categories: Other Staff (nutrition, security, transportation, etc.)

    **All Transportation employees start as transportation training employees. Contracted positions are offered after completing the training program. You are paid during training.**

    GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
    Responsible for the safe operation of a school bus. Transports students safely to and from school, and other sites within designated route(s) or as runs assigned. Adheres to time schedules when picking up students and reporting to schools. Stays informed of schedule changes and responds appropriately. Accurately completes and maintains all required reports and documentation. Exhibit professionalism in all aspects of providing transportation services.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

    (These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)
    • Completes required testing and training necessary to obtain a commercial driver's license with the appropriate endorsements.
    • Completes required training necessary to qualify as a school bus driver as outlined by the Virginia Department of Education.
    • Performs duties related to the operation of a school bus or school vehicle.
    • Responsible for the safe operation of a school bus or county vehicle.
    • Transports students safely to and from school, and other sites within designated route(s) or runs as assigned.
    • Performs in the role of Transportation Attendant.
    • Accurately completes and maintains all required reports and documentation.
    • Exhibits professionalism in all aspects of providing transportation services.
    • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
    Demonstrated ability to operate a large vehicle safely and punctually in all weather conditions, using safe and defensive driving methods; Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students; Demonstrated ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting children; Demonstrated ability to give and follow instructions, work well under stressful conditions or emergencies and maintain confidentiality; Must have the ability to: maintain control of students in a safe and calm manner while operating the vehicle; assist children using patience and understanding; effectively communicate and present information in person or using a two-way radio; establish and maintain favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students and principals; exhibit a positive, professional image as a representative of the school division; demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state and federal authorities; apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions; detect malfunctioning equipment; demonstrate alertness and good judgment concerning emergencies, disabled vehicles and irregular special requests by parents of riders; to safely operate a hydraulic lift when necessary; administer first aid when necessary.

    EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
    Required: High school diploma or equivalent; Successful completion of Virginia Department of Education's training to operate a school bus and all Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles written and practical pre-trip and on-road tests to a commercial driver's license. Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students. Valid Va. CDL
    8 hour position requires, a minimum of three years of school bus driving experience.

    A comparable amount of training and experience that provides the candidate with the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to be able to perform the functions of the position, is acceptable in lieu of the diploma.

    LOCATION: Transportation
    WORK SCHEDULE: 4 hours daily - 2 hour shifts - AM/PM
    PAYGRADE: 8
    SALARY SCALE: Uniform
    FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

    PHYSICAL CONDITIONS REQUIREMENTS:

    The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions. Must have and maintain the physical ability to safely operate the school bus and perform related job functions. Requires the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. The driver must be able to perform any required functions such as a vehicle pre-trip inspection, emergency evacuation to include, but not limited to, entering and exiting the school bus. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus and discern colors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, stand, twist, push use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to smell smoke, fuel, and other odors.

    The driver will be required to secure students, lift, carry and/or push moderately heavy students as assigned. Regularly requires the employee to lift and/or move up to 35 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance.

    Must be able to pass annual safety testing, annual physical to operate a school bus and meet any requirements as outlined in the Transportation Handbook.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT
    The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.

    While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is exposed to various weather conditions to include, but not limited to, wet and/or humid and cold/hot weather conditions. Also, the employee may be exposed to fumes and airborne particles, as well as minor vibration.

    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

    Rev. 05/2019; 11/07; Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.

    Advertised: 29 Nov 2023 Eastern Standard Time
    Applications close: 31 May 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

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