Class Code: 7941

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AND HAVE A LETTER, PROVIDED BY THE INDIVIDUAL, FROM THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES STATING THE EMPLOYEE IS CLEAR TO HIRE BASED ON NO FINDINGS OF SUBSTANTIATED CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT FOUND THROUGH A BACKGROUND CHECK OF CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT RECORDS MAINTAINED BY THE CABINET FOR HEALTH AND FAMILY SERVICES AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events, and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events, and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents that affect the safety of students.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors, and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil, and water levels; check brakes, brake lights, and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents, and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns, and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, state, and federal policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping the floor, wiping upholstery, and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven, and the number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident, and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for the bus to bus and bus to base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle Code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicles in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

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