Transit Operator Bus Driver Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

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Pay based on experience 
SUMMARY:
The Bus Driver is responsible for safely and efficiently transporting students to the District's regular and extracurricular programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure and maintain a safe environment for students during loading, transport, and unloading and report student misconduct according to established directions.
• Assess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of students and staff.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for the purpose of being in compliance with the established rules and laws as outlined by DPS and Arizona Traffic Laws.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle and complying with mandated guidelines.
• Report all necessary preventative maintenance as directed for the purpose of ensuring the safe operating condition of the vehicle.
• Prepare and submit required record information on appropriate forms in a timely manner. Instruct passengers in the rules and regulations to maintain safety on the bus.
• Assist in the implementation of strategies to manage student behavior and monitor students to ensure the safety of other students and staff on the bus.
• Report observations and incidents and communicate them to appropriate district staff.
• Ability to communicate with and receive direction from the Supervisors or Dispatchers.
• Maintain a clean bus on a daily basis.
• Meet or exceed the District dress code.
• Ability to drive all bus types safely.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Valid AZ Dept of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Possess and maintain an appropriate Arizona Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and AZ DOT Certificate.
• Possess and maintain a safe driving record and meet the requirements for School Bus Driver Certification.
• Obtain and maintain a valid First Aid Training and CPR Certificate.
• Must be able to pass a DOT Physical exam, drug screen and alcohol test.
• Must be able to push, pull, or lift, up to 50 pounds and pass DPS physical performance test.
• Ability to communicate and work well with staff, students, and parents.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Must have five years of clean driving record.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Frequent standing, talking, hearing, walking, and sitting. Occasionally push or lift up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities are required. Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Quiet to moderate noise levels. Duties are performed indoors and occasionally outdoors, resulting in exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
Prohibited discrimination against qualified individuals with disabilities or any individual by reason of race, color, religion, sex, age, or national origin.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
This position description is designed to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Every employee is expected to offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of the district's mission, vision, and goals.
Accepted by:
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