Job Description
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER Transportation *No CDL? Successful applicants are offered paid training and testing* BENEFITS: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 20-22% employer contribution to your PERA retirement plan, paid holidays, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, free CMC credits, amongst others. For full time employees
HIRING SALARY RANGE: $24.41 - $29.29 per hour
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Signing Bonus (received after 30 days of employment):
- $2,000- New FT employee with Class BP2, with airbrake license and endorsements
- $1500- New FT employee with Class B, with Airbrake but no passenger endorsement
- $1000- New full time employee that needs CDL
- $500- Part time employee with CDL
- End of School Year Bonus- 5% of hours worked times their hourly wage upon completing the school year.
SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION: Transport students to and from school and/or school-related activities in a safe and efficient manner, while maintaining a positive relationship with students, school staff, and fellow department staff.
We are willing to offer part-time or full-time, focus on school routes or on school sporting events/field trips; we can be flexible. Excellent position for anyone who is looking for a rewarding career with great benefits, those who are retired, those who have kids, or those who want to try something new, fun, and rewarding.
SUPERVISED BY: Director of Transportation
ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS: - Currently hold a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or be willing to complete the provided/paid training to obtain one.
- Operate a school transportation vehicle in accordance with DOT, Commercial Drivers Regulations, Colorado Motor Vehicle Code, CDE Operational Rules, ECSD Transportation policies and emergency procedures and FCC Regulations
- Pass annual CDE written, driving, pre-trip tests and annual MVR check.
- Pass required CDE Mountain and Adverse weather driving tests and operates a school transportation vehicle safely and skillfully in mountainous terrain and under all adverse driving conditions.
- Possess a high level of responsibility, for the safety of students on the bus.
- Renew licenses, endorsements and certifications as required by Federal and State law.
- Communicate, in a timely manner, with parents and staff regarding issues of student welfare.
- Make appropriate, spontaneous decisions, which affect the safety and wellbeing of passengers and other individuals and property near the bus.
- Submit all required forms and records accurately, completely and in a timely manner.
- Perform preventive maintenance, operate, pre-trip and clean district owned vehicles and equipment to prevent damage and maintain a positive public image.
- Maintain reliable transportation, an accurate timepiece and a working phone.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
CONTACTS: Students, parents, schools, and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS: - No nationwide warrants.
- Pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exam every two years.
- Obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification (training provided; recertification required every two years).
- Hold a valid Colorado driver's license/CDL and meet all ECSD insurance requirements.
- Submit to FMCSA Clearinghouse for yearly driving record queries.
- Successfully complete paid ECSD 80-hour training program to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL-BP2S), if not already held.
- Pass a pre-employment DOT drug screen and participate in a random drug and alcohol testing program.
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to read, write, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Fluency in English required; bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a bonus.
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Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Relocation package, Flexible hours,