School Bus Attendant/Monitor

DescriptionApply today to become part of the Dean Difference! Dean has been proud to drive our community forward together since 1969.This posting is for both Attendant and Monitor positions supporting Ingham ISD and Lansing School District, with route assignment opportunities in Lansing. During the interview, you and the interviewer will determine which role is the best fit for you and the company.SCHOOL BUS ATTENDANT/MONITOREarn up to $18.50 per hourNew hire sign-on bonus up to $250Full benefits package available the 1st of the month following 60 daysFlexible scheduling availablePaid training providedNo experience necessaryWeekly Pay PeriodMake a difference in student/passenger lives every dayPosition OverviewSafely and reliably transport and assist students and other school district passengers to and from school, educational or sporting events, community-based programs and other special activities.Specific ResponsibilitiesSafely care for and protect student passengers.Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required.Instruct passenger riders regarding safety.Establish favorable working relationships with parents, school staff and Dean staff.Attend training sessions, annual in-service and workshops conducted by Dean Transportation Inc. and/or other approved agencies(Attendant-specific) Secure adaptive equipment as required for each passenger according to company policies and procedures(Attendant-specific) Lift, store, and disassemble/assemble wheelchairs (up to 40 lbs.) and other ambulatory devices as needed.RequirementsSPECIFIC ABILITIESIdentify with geographic service area of school district and routes you travel.Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state, and federal agencies.Demonstrate knowledge of state laws and local ordinances.Deal with exuberant behavior characteristics of youthful riders.Administer disciplinary procedures in keeping with company and school district policies.Be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies and day-to-day operations.Conduct a bus evacuation drill.Keep accurate records and reports as required, submit in a legible condition, turn in at the specified time.Conduct yourself as a professional Dean Transportation staff member at all times.Secure all equipment that is required for each passenger as prescribed in company policy.Be able to lift, store, and disassemble/assemble wheelchairs of a maximum weight of 40 pounds and/or other ambulatory devices required by the passenger.BODY MECHANICS OF SCHOOL BUS ATTENDANTSchool Bus Attendants are required through their employment to perform various tasks. These physical tasks require varying degrees of lifting, pulling, bending and carrying of heavy objects.Some examples of these are:Opening and closing bus entrance and emergency doors.Bending, pushing, and pulling to load and unload passengers, exerting up to 40 lbs. of push/pull pressure.(Attendant-specific) Loading/unloading a wheelchair (with or without a passenger) using a lift platform only during emergency circumstances, up to 40 lbs. push/pull pressure.Assisting passengers entering or exiting the bus.Carrying and lifting personal articles and adaptive equipment of varying weights and sizes.Bending and stretching to clean and secure bus equipment.Bending, stretching, pulling, and dragging persons or equipment through emergency exits as required.