Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Candidate must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age and

possess a valid commercial Driver's License – Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsement issued by the State of New York at the time of appointment.  Must not have air-brake restriction.

Distinguishing Features of the Class:  The work involves responsibility for safe and efficient operation of a school bus in transporting students to and from school and school district functions.  The employee is charged with the safety of the children upon entry to the vehicle and during their transport.  The employee may be accompanied by a School Bus Attendant.  The Attendant assists in maintaining order if present, but the driver is ultimately responsible for the vehicle and passengers.  It is the employee's responsibility to check the vehicle for safety purposes prior to making trips.  A supervisor assigns bus routes and periodically evaluates the employee's driving skills and supervision exercised by this class.  Does related work as required.

Typical Work Activities:  Operates a school bus on assigned routes in transporting students to and from school classes and special activities as established by the district;  checks the vehicle before a run to insure its proper operation; makes reports of any unusual occurrences that occur during a trip, e.g. such as student behavior problems and operation malfunctions with the vehicle; may be required to fill gas tank, check oil and battery before taking bus on run; may be required to perform related work such as minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle, clean and wash vehicle, etc.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics:  Good knowledge of a motor vehicle operation as applies to school bus driving; working knowledge of the New York State Motor Vehicle Regulations relative to transporting school children; skill in the operation of a school bus; ability to establish and maintain order with the students; ability to follow simple oral or written instructions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

Minimum Qualifications:  Candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

Special Requirement:  Possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License – Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsement with no restriction on air-brakes, issued by the State of New York at the time of appointment.

Note:  Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.