Summer Learning - Bus Driver

Job SummaryTitle: Bus DriverGeneral Information: The Midfield City Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. "No person shall be denied employment or be excluded from participation in any program on the basis of disability, sex, race, religion, natural origin, color, age."Reports to: Transportation Supervisor/Principal(s) and/or designeeJob Goals: To provide safe and efficient transportation for students and staff as designated.Qualifications:Possess and maintains a valid Alabama Bus Driver License and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with P/S endorsement.Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education.Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirements.Ability to pass drug test in accordance with applicable law.Proficient in written and verbal communication skills.Ability to operate a school vehicle over an assigned route according to a defined time schedule, which may require driving during pre-light and dusk period.Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force,Physical ability to perform all duties and responsibilities as specified by state and federal regulations, including but not limited to pre-trip inspections and bus evacuations.Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. Responsibilities:Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals and priorities.Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.Performs daily pre-trip inspections of the bus and completes and submits forms as required. Performs post-trip inspections of the bus.Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.Maintain a clean bus.Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities.Regulates heating, cooling/ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.Notifies supervisors and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness.Maintain and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment of buses according to school system regulations.Maintain cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parent, community members and other employees.Picks up and discharger students students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule.Transports students on fieldtrips and outings, athletic events and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (events, nights, or other times) as assigned.Maintains confidentially, regarding school/workplace matter in accordance with state and federal law.Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.Responds to inquiries and request in a timely and positive manner.Maintains and submits required reports, records and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies and state, federal, and local laws.Reports absences and take leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.Reports identified mechanical needs to the Transportation Department.Performs other job-related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.Salary Range: Salary is based on board approved salary schedule based on rank, certification and experience.Procedures for Applying: Applicants must submit their applications through Alabama True Hire: Alabama True Hire Job Openings. Any questions or concerns, should be directed to the Human Resources Department at 205-923-2262.