School District No. 53 (Okanagan Similkameen) Job Description

JOB TITLE: BUS DRIVER / JOB NO: 327

RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Facilities

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the director of facilities, the bus driver provides transportation of students.

I****LLUSTRATIVE E****XAMPLES OF J****OB D****UTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• safely transport passengers per set schedule;
• supervise passengers and ensure bus safety rules are regarded;
• assist in emergency situations and administer basic first aid;
• carry out regulated safety inspections and complete logs;
• report bus deficiencies and malfunctions to the mechanic;
• clean bus as scheduled and/or required;
• participate in job-related training and staff development;
• communicate positively and effectively, and interact as a collaborative and consultative team member;
• understand and act in accordance with school and district policies and procedures, district Health & Safety Manual, WorkSafeBC regulations, Motor Vehicle Act, and National Safety Code;
• maintain confidentiality; and
• other duties as assigned.

R****EQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Class 2 BC driver's licence with air endorsement;

• one year experience in bus passenger transportation obtained within the last three years, and a safe driving record (driver abstract required);

• thorough understanding of the Motor Vehicle Act and National Safety Code;

• demonstrated ability to drive a school bus;

• ability to take direction from the supervisor and work as part of a team;

• effective communication skills in verbal, written and electronic format;

• strong problem-solving and organizational skills; and physical ability to perform all aspects of the position.

Note: Clear criminal record checks are required prior to employment with the district.