Bus Driver

Before School Route Between 6:30 AM - 8:45 AM After School Route Between 2:30 PM - 4:45 PM Wage: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour depending upon experience Benefits: Nine (9) Paid Holidays & State of Michigan Pension ** Health, Dental, Vision, Life if Average 30+ Hours Per Week **

Job Purpose:

Bus drivers support the students of Saline Area Schools by transporting them to and from school via scheduled routes and/or to/from special events, trips, etc. Drivers are responsible for ensuring the bus is in safe operating condition and ensuring the safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from the bus.

Reports to:

Director of Operations.

Description:

• Mishoreline Area Schools is seeking both permanent part-time positions as well as substitutes
• Experienced bus drivers welcome, CDL with B,P,S endorsement. $750 signing bonus paid upon successful completion of 60 work day probationary period.
• Training rate: $13.75 per hour.
• Regular Route Rate of pay: $18.00 - $20.00 depending upon experience.
• Michigan Public School Employment Retirement System pension.
• Training provided, (with flexible schedule) for candidates who do not possess appropriate endorsements.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Regular and on time attendance.
• Employee must be physically present and alert at all times.
• Must be able to physically perform the tasks of the job, (including but not limited to pre and post trip vehicle inspections, basic vehicle cleaning and assisting students when necessary).
• Preference will be granted to those applicants who possess propor CDL license (B, P, S endorsements).
• Excellent driving record with at least five (5) years of regular driving experience.
• Able to meet all other requirements as set forth by the Michigan Department of Education and the MIchigan Department of Transportation for school bus drivers.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Follow precise schedules and routes.
• Adjust driving according to traffic and weather conditions.
• Follow rules of the road, ensuring safety of children.
• Maintain orderliness among children riding the bus.
• Monitor and promptly report any mechanical issues.
• Communicate effectively and in a positive manner with students, parents and staff.
• Check email daily for important news and announcements.
• Approximate regularly-scheduled driving hours: 6:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and 2:30 pm. - 4:45 p.m.; other bus trips are voluntary.

Terms of Employment:

Routes are determined during a bid meeting. Route drivers work twice per day, five days per week.

Evaluation:

As defined by Board policy, administrative regulation, and the Educational Support Personnel Association collective bargaining agreement.