BALL-CHATHAM CUSD #5
Bus Driver FSLA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation
JOB GOAL
Provide safe and reliable transportation of students throughout the district and to other events as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Ability to pass fingerprint criminal background check
- Must be 21 years’ old Drivers must hold an Illinois CDL Driver’s License
- Must maintain Illinois Secretary of State requirements to become and remain a school bus driver in Illinois
SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to understand the basic operational systems on varying models of school buses
- Must be able to operate within structured time parameters defined by school start and dismissal times
- Must be able to understand basic map reading and have directional acuity
- Must pass a test covering knowledge of bus driving rules, regulations and laws
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Listed below but not limited to:
- Attends yearly 2-hour refresher course
- Passes yearly physical examination and drug testing also participates in random drug testing program
- Completes a daily pre-trip inspection report before the first trip of each day and anytime a different bus is driven
- Notifies mechanics, in writing, of any mechanical problems with a bus, on a daily basis
- Schedules preventative maintenance each 3,000 miles (oil change)
- Keeps the bus clean both inside and out
- Maintains adequate discipline to assure the safety of the passengers; reports gross disobedience or misconduct to the Director of Transportation using “School Bus Incident Report”
- Notifies the Director of Transportation immediately if there is a breakdown or bus accident; follows all accident procedures
- Maintains a route sheet and map and ensures their accuracy at all times
WORKING CONDITIONS
Mental Demands
- Interpreting
- Organizing
- Consulting
- Analyzing
- Planning
- Documenting
- Specifying
- Coordinating
- Implementing
- Concentrating
Physical Demands
- Bending
- Stooping
- Kneeling
- Twisting
- Reaching
- Standing for prolonged periods of time
- Walking
- Exerts 20 to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift
- Manual dexterity to operate related equipment
- Grasping
- Repetitive motions
- Talking
- Hearing and visual acuity
- Ability to read and write
- Ability to speak and understand the English language
Environmental Demands
- The work is performed outdoors
EVALUATION The basis of the evaluation will be the extent to which the performance responsibilities of the job are successfully handled and the extent to which yearly action plans and job goals are met (as applicable). The above job description reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the principle functions or responsibilities of the job identified and shall not be interpreted as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job, either at present or in the future and may be amended at any time as appropriate.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and work year in accordance with recommendations established by the Superintendent of Schools and immediate supervisor.
EEO STATEMENT
Ball-Chatham Community Unit School District #5 provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, order of protection status, arrest record, conviction record, citizenship status, work authorization status, reproductive health decisions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. This job description reflects the general requirements necessary to perform the job identified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Revised 12/2021