Substitute Bus Driver
Substitute Bus Driver
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Job Description
Substitute Bus Driver
JOB SUMMARY:
Hamilton Community Schools invites dedicated individuals that want to have a positive impact on students to apply for being a Substitute School Bus Driver. A substitute driver is a great position for someone to stay active in the community or for parents who want to be on their childrens school schedule while also having the flexibility to determine the days that can be worked. A school bus driver plays a crucial role in getting our kids safely to where they need to be while being a supportive role model along the way.
Dont have your CDL We will train you! Paid training is available to obtain the necessary CDL license with B P S and Air Brakes endorsements.
JOB TYPE: Substitute
REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor
FLSA STATUS: NonExempt
LOCATION: Hamilton Transportation
PAY RATE: $19.77/hour
HIRING BONUS:
New certified drivers will receive a $1500 signon bonus.
- The bonus is $500 after hire and a 60day (days worked) probation period.
- Then $1000 after one year of employment.
New drivers that must earn driver certification will receive a $750 signon bonus.
- The bonus is $250 after a 60day (days worked) probationary period.
- Then $500 after one year of employment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Must pass alcohol/ Drug testing
- Favorable results from a Driver Record check required
- Must be fingerprinted and have a Criminal Background check.
- Must have a CDLB temporary license with the following endorsements:
- PPassenger Endorsement
- SSchool Bus Endorsement
- Air Brake Test
In order to obtain this license you must pass the written CDL test. HCS CDL trainers will prepare potential drivers for the road test. This is paid training.
- Must have DOT/Michigan Department of Education physical at the clinic approved by the Hamilton Community Schools Transportation Supervisor.
- Must maintain a good driving record.
- Must complete training for school bus drivers required by the State of Michigan and Hamilton Community Schools.
- Must complete all Advanced School Bus Driving classes as required by the State of Michigan and Hamilton Community Schools.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties that may be performed by such a person. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Safely transport students to and from school activities etc.
- Effectively and appropriately manage student behaviors
- Ability to multitask for the services that we provide
- Maintain a cooperative attitude and build rapport with students peers supervisors parents school personnel and the community
- Use effective and professional verbal and written communication skills
- Present self in a professional manner including attire and being alert and attentive
- Successfully complete all initial and ongoing required trainings meetings classes and professional development
- Work together as a team to keep interior and exterior of vehicle clean safe and presentable
- Quickly and safely evacuate vehicle in case of an emergency
- Check student roster to ensure proper ridership
- Maintain current knowledge of all student requirements such as medical protocols IEPs etc. and respond appropriately to events by following written protocols
- While students are exiting check vehicle for remaining/lost students items etc. ENSURE ALL PASSENGERS ARE OFF THE BUS at the end of the trip.
- Properly secure students in required safety equipment and restraints (i.e. wheelchairs harnesses etc.
- Safely assist nonambulatory students into and out of the vehicle
- Accurately complete reports and paperwork in a timely manner. Including vehicle maintenance requests student behavior referrals timecards directions etc.
- Abide by federal law state law and district policies procedures and expectations
- Utilize technology when required
- Consistently perform thorough and accurate pretrip and posttrip inspections
- Immediately report accidents
- Ensure vehicle is properly fueled according to department policy
- Prepare vehicle for student transport including inclement weather harnesses wheelchair tiedowns etc.
- Safely and appropriately operate various types of school buses and equipment including wheelchair lifts radios and emergency equipment
- Report any safety or maintenance concerns to appropriate personnel in a timely manner
- Report all moving violations to Transportation Supervisor including any received while on or off the clock
- Clean bus as designated by department procedures
- Other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Sitting standing and walking for extended periods of time
- Ascending and descending approximately 14 steps regularly
- Entering and exiting vehicles regularly
- Descend from back door of vehicle in emergencies onto uncertain surfaces
- Possibly repeated lifting and carrying students or object(s) weighing up to 75 pounds for 100 or more feet
- Possibly repeated pushing and pulling wheelchairs/objects(s) weighing up to 75 pounds for 100 or more feet
- Continuous use of hands fingers and wrists repetitively
- Using both hands and legs simultaneously
- Repeated stooping bending and kneeling
- Occasional pushing pulling and maintaining balance
- Reach over head to approximately 72 height to open wheelchair lift door and operate lift mechanism
- Rapid mental/muscular coordination
- Verbal auditory and written capabilities to effectively communicate in an articulate manner
- Accurate depth perception
- Clarity of vision at varying distances to see small details
- Operate mobile motorized equipment
- Drive a vehicle to conduct work
HAZARDS:
- Possible contact with bloodborne pathogens and/or bodily fluids
- Contact with chemicals used for cleaning buses
WHO ARE WE
Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district located in West Michigan south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our wellmaintained district consists of four elementary buildings (Bentheim Blue Star Hamilton Elementary and Sandyview) along with one middle school one high school and Hamilton FLEX (Virtual Blended and Shared Time options). Hamilton prides itself on being a big district 135 square miles) with a smalltown feel.
Hamilton Community Schools is one of 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD). Our district consists of 400 employees and over 2500 fulltime students and 1100 nonpublic students in a variety of programs and formats. Hamilton Community Schools is known throughout the state as a premier district balancing a smalltown atmosphere with educational innovation to meet the needs of each learner. The focus on K12 academics workbased learning athletics and the arts makes Hamilton a destination district.WE are HAWKEYES!
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Submit an application cover letter and resume using the online application system.
Any questions can be sent to Kathy Dykema Transportation Supervisor
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will provide equal
employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard
to race religion sex national origin age color height weight marital status familial
status gender sexual orientation gender identity disability or veteran status with
applicable state and federal laws.
DISTRIBUTION: Internal / External
Employment Type
Part-Time
