Substitute Bus Driver (22-23 School Year) Multiple Positions
- Employer
- Fayette County Public Schools
- Location
- Lexington, KY, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Teaching, Substitute Teacher, Support Staff, Transportation
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Position Type:
Transportation/CLAS - 7941 - BUS DRIVER
Date Posted:
10/3/2022
Location:
BUS GARAGE
Date Available:
22/23 School Year
Closing Date:
04/30/2023
Description:
Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.
Job Summary:
High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; subject to random drug testing; must pass annual driving record check and physical examination.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
Apply online
Contact Person: Rhonda Tilley (rhonda.tilley@fayette.kyschools.us)
Transportation/CLAS - 7941 - BUS DRIVER
Date Posted:
10/3/2022
Location:
BUS GARAGE
Date Available:
22/23 School Year
Closing Date:
04/30/2023
Description:
Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.
Job Summary:
- Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
- Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
- Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
- Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
- Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
- Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
- Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
- Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
- Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
- Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
- Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain regular attendance.
High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; subject to random drug testing; must pass annual driving record check and physical examination.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Safe driving practices.
- Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
- First aid practices.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
- Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
- Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
- Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
- Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
- Maintain routine records.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Meet schedules and time lines.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
- Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.
- Must be able to lift heavy objects (minimum 50 lbs.)
- Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking.
- Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing.
- Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations.
- Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching.
- Must be able to lift one-third of their body weight, not to exceed 50 pounds
- Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.
Apply online
Contact Person: Rhonda Tilley (rhonda.tilley@fayette.kyschools.us)
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