COFFEE COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM

           Job Description

Responsible to:  Director of Transportation

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent
2. Valid driver’s license with CDL-B
3. Excellent driving record or any equivalent combination of education and training

            required to operate commercial motor vehicle – Demonstrated skill in driving a large

            bus

1. Must pass a pre-employment physical examination with controlled substance testing

            and random tests for controlled substances and alcohol

1. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills
2. Sufficient strength, agility and dexterity, visual acuity, and ocular-motor reaction time

            to operate a school bus at all times, including emergency situations. 

Essential Responsibilities:

1. Safely transports students on an assigned route according to a definite schedule, which

            may require driving during pre-daylight and dusk periods. Operates vehicle in

            compliance with all traffic and safety laws and regulations, exhibiting defensive

            driving habits and observing posted speed limits

1. Performs all activities required to safely drive a school bus transportingCoffeeCounty

            School students and other authorized personnel to and from schools and school

            related events

1. Provides transportation for field trips, other sanctioned outings, athletic contests, and

            extra-curricular events which may require driving after dark, as assigned

1. Monitors riders for potentially dangerous riding situations; watches for and confiscates

            sharp objects.  Reports discipline riders who break posted rules

1. Monitors orderly entering/exiting of bus. Takes appropriate safety precautions as

            students are boarding and departing

1. Inspects bus and checks fuel, oil water, lights, brakes and steering; regulates heating and

            ventilating equipment provided on the bus for the comfort of passengers before

            driving. Identifies needs and arranges for repairs and maintenance

1. Immediately reports all accidents to school system and law enforcement officials.

            Handles emergency situations by stabilizing situation until assistance can be

            obtained. May implement emergency evacuations to include assisting students to

            evacuate the bus and provide safe transport

1. Keeps records of the number of passengers transported
2. Cleans bus inside and out, as needed
3. Adheres to all safety and housekeeping standards established by the department and

            various regulatory agencies

1. Displays ability to interact positively with, gain respect of, and maintain discipline over

            student passengers to ensure that behavior is controlled and not distractive to safe

            driving

1. Displays knowledge of child behavior and safety practices as necessary in the

            completion of daily responsibilities

1. Maintains knowledge of the local street and road system ofCoffeeCounty
2. Ensures safe, proper, and courteous motor vehicle operating procedures
3. Demonstrates positive customer service skills
4. Maintains a positive, safe, and peaceful environment on the school bus
5. Ensures state regulations and laws pertaining to the operation of school buses are

            followed

General Requirements:

1. Follows Federal and State Laws and adopted policies and procedures in accordance

            with School Board priorities

1. Conducts oneself in the best interest of students, in accordance with the highest

            standards of public education and in support of the District’s Vision/Mission

            Statements

1. Maintains ethical standards, which include professionalism and the protection of

            confidential student and staff information  

1. Other responsibilities and/or duties may be required and assigned

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