Part-Time School Bus Driver, CDL or Non-CDL

Title: Part-Time or Full-Time School Bus Driver (CDL or Non-CDL)

Reports to: Dir. of Athletics &Transportation Manager

Direct Reports: N/A

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: PT or FT/Hourly/School Year

Rate of Pay:$32/hour DOE

Who We Are:

University Prep (UPrep) is a 612 independent school in northeast Seattle WA one of the countrys most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students families faculty staff and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity respect and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each students potential to become an intellectually courageous socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary:

Position 1

Part-Time School Bus Driver (CDL or Non-CDL)

Under general supervision the Part-Time School Bus Driver drives a before school shuttle bus and morning field trips on prescribed routes as assigned by the Transportation Manager. Assists with vehicle maintenance and cleaning. The position will generally work from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on school days. A general workday is as follows:

• 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Before school shuttle bus

• 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Morning field trips and bus maintenance

Position 2

Full-Time School Bus Driver (CDL Required)

Under general supervision the Full-Time School Bus Driver drives a before school shuttle bus morning and afternoon field trips and afterschool athletic events on prescribed routes as assigned by the Transportation Manager. Assists with vehicle maintenance and cleaning. The position will generally work a split morning (7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.) and afternoon shift (2:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.) A general workday is as follows:

• 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Before school shuttle bus

• 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. Morning field trips and bus maintenance

• 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Afternoon field trips and afterschool athletic practices and games

Hours will vary with School schedule and sports seasons and may include occasional evenings and weekends. There will be an assigned supervisor on each bus trip to monitor students.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Drives a bus to and from field trips which take place during school hours as assigned

• Drives a bus to and from afterschool athletic events and practices as assigned

• Drives before and after school shuttle as assigned

• Follows established safety procedures

• Performs a pre-trip safety/damage inspection of bus before each drive

• Monitors operating conditions of bus and reports needed servicing and/or repairs to Transportation Manager and Director of Facilities

• Performs basic maintenance tasks such as checking oil securing mirrors changing light bulbs etc.

• Fuels vehicles as needed

• Helps maintain bus fleet by detail cleaning including washing bus exteriors mopping interiors and washing windows regularly

• Maintains bus parking and loading areas including leaf blowing picking up trash etc.

• Attends training programs testing programs first aid courses refresher courses and other meeting as scheduled

• Complies with state laws rules and regulations and school policies relative to student transportation

• Conducts oneself in the best interest of students and in support of the schools mission statement.

• Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the schools documents

• Performs other duties as assigned

Education Certifications & Experience:

• High School diploma or GED preferred

• Clean driving record required

• Experience working with kids preferred

• School Bus (S) endorsement preferred

• Experience as a commercial or school bus driver preferred

• Required for full-time applicants: Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Passenger endorsements and Air Brake restriction removed

• Required for full-time applicants: Valid Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate

Required Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Good and safe driving skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Good verbal and written communication skills

• Demonstrates cooperation energy enthusiasm and an understanding of a school environment

• Flexibility maturity and a sense of humor

• Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic

• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds

• Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff students and parents

• Ability to maintain confidential information

• Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment

• Ability to sit for long periods of time

• Ability to stand stoop kneel crouch bend walk and talk

• Ability to use hands to finger handle feel or operate objects tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms

• Ability to climb a ladder and work while on ladder

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work outside in any weather

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends

• Local travel is required

Must submit to and pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and on-going random tests as required per Federal DOT regulations.

Thank you for your interest in this position and in University Prep. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

This description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this position.

It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties responsibilities or requirements.