Weekend Bus Driver Jobs in Nevada (NOW HIRING)

JOB TITLE: Bus Driver

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

TYPICAL WORK HOURS/ DAYS:

FSLA: Non-Exempt

SALARY RANGE:

BOARD APPROVED:

SUMMARY

Bus driver transports passengers over specified routes to local or distant points according to assigned schedule by performing the following duties.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Bus driver is to:

• Direct the loading and unloading of the vehicle.

• Keep trip records or logs showing time of departure, sequence of stops, time of return, trip, mileage, gasoline/diesel and oil consumption, and similar items.

• Report any accidents, damage or traffic violations to the person in charge of transportation.

• Inspect braking system, check lighting systems, make operational inspection of vehicle for: loose or missing parts, damaged or worn tires, proper air pressure in tires, solution in radiator, proper oil level, battery condition and similar items.

• Check for presence and usability of assigned equipment such as tools, tire equipment, chains, first aid box, fire extinguisher and similar equipment.

• Be aware of and enforce district policy pertaining to transportation of students.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

In addition, the applicant must successfully pass a required state physical examination.

Applicant must be able to withstand a State of Nevada law enforcement background check. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

Bus driver must have the knowledge to:

Language Abilities

Bus driver must have the abilities to:

• Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. 

• Write simple correspondence.

• Effectively present information in one-on-one and group situations.

Mathematical Abilities

Bus driver must have the abilities to:

• Add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and dive by tens (10) and hundreds (100).

• Perform these operations using units of American currency and weight measurements, volume, and distance.

Reasoning Abilities

Bus driver must have the abilities to:

• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 

• Deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Required

A high school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Applicants must successfully:

• Complete a twenty (20)-hour training course required by the Nevada State Department of Motor Vehicles and the State Board of Education.

• Secure a CDL (commercial driver license) issued by the DMV.

• Pass State of Nevada annual bus driver examination with a score of 75% or better.

Desired

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT & JOB RISK FACTORS

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.