CDL Training provided

Under the supervision of the Director of Transportation and Coordinator, the Bus Driver transports school students to and from school or authorized locations in a safe, professional and timely manner specified by the District.  Incumbent conducts pre-trip/post-trip bus inspection and maintains necessary records to ensure the proper operation of the school bus and assist in meeting State and Federal requirements.  Incumbent performs daily maintenance and cleaning of assigned bus.  Incumbent maintains order and discipline on the school bus at all times as would be expected in the classroom according to established guidelines set by the District. 

o     Requires High school diploma, GED or equivalent as reviewed by the Department of Human Resources.  Verification may be requested.

o     Requires CDL license with proper endorsements.  MANDT training may be required.

o     Must maintain UDOT Commercial Driver Fitness Form. 

o     Requires bi-annual completion of the Utah State Office of Education Physical Performance Assessment standards for Utah School Bus Drivers.

o     Defensive driving courses, First Aid and other annual in-service training are provided by the District according to the guidelines established by the State of Utah.

o     One year demonstrated safe driving competence preferred.

o     Must maintain a continuing good driving record as a condition of employment. 

o     Requires ability to operate various types of buses (30 - 40 feet in length) effectively and safely even under adverse road conditions.

o     Requires mechanical aptitude. Requires the ability to operate a two-way radio.

o     Requires ability to operate fuel pumps and car wash.

o     Requires ability to relate well with students of all ages and special needs.

o     Requires good communication skills.  Interacts with students, parents, teachers, administrators and the general public.

o     Requires excellent motor skills (e.g. hand-eye-foot-coordination, ability to recognize hazardous situations and react quickly and safely).

o     Must demonstrate basic competence in reading, writing and math.

o     Must demonstrate ability to understand road signs, traffic laws, rules and regulations according to the traffic codes of the State of Utah as outlined in the CDL driving manual.

o     Must be self-motivated and proactive in completing tasks with minimal direction.

Machines, Tools & Equipment Used:

o     School bus, related tools, machines and safety equipment.

Physical Requirements -- Not limited to the following:

o     Frequent continuous sitting (up to 3 hours at a time), eye/hand coordination and operating of foot controls without visualizing.

o     Occasional lifting from floor to waist and carrying of 50 pounds, pulling/dragging up to 125 pounds, kneeling in awkward positions and ascending/descending bus stairs.

o     Constant near visual acuity, far visual acuity, color vision and hearing.

o     Job stress is experienced due to adverse weather conditions, pressures to meet schedules, student behavior, medical problems (e.g. seizures) and the responsibility for the safety of students.