Part-time Bus Driver

Company: Iowa Western Community College
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: February 16, 2021

Job Description:

The Bus Driver is responsible for the operations of varies types of buses that will transport students and other passengers to and from designated locations. Drivers typically work without direct supervision and are fully responsible for the safety of their passengers.Required QualificationRequired Qualifications/Skills:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must have and maintain a valid CDL B/passenger license and school bus driver certification is required
• Minimum of 6 years general driving experience preferred
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner
• Understand written instruction and complete appropriate documentation as needed
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures including Lock Out/Tag Out
• Wear/use PPE at all times
• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment
• Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers and vendors
• Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S Driver's License and a good driving record
• Ability to pass a drug screen if applicable
• May require a pre-employment physicalSupervision Exercised: None Training Requirements: Iowa Western Community College provides all training required by OSHA to ensure employee safety Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: A valid CDL B/passenger license and school bus driver certification is requiredWorking Conditions:
• Exposure to driving a school bus during adverse weather and traffic conditions, extreme temperatures, vehicle exhaust, odors, poor ventilation, and intense noise
• Exposure to abusive or uncooperative individuals
• Exposure to working around and with machinery having moving parts
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises
• Work is frequently done in outdoor weather conditions; rain, snow, sun, wind and other forms of weatherCognitive Requirements: (as presently performed to accomplish essential functions) ----Reading, Writing, Calculating ----Social Interaction Skills ----Reasoning/Analysis ----Works with Minimal SupervisionPreferred Qualification
• Demonstrate IWCC's core mission, vision and values
• Transport students and other passengers to and from designated destinations, overnights and weekends, adjust and plan travel routes if necessary
• Make routine checks and inspection of bus and equipment for proper operation, safety, and maintenance
• Observe and follow all applicable federal, state, local laws, and regulations governing commercial transportation
• Follow school district guidelines regarding student management and discipline; report incidents to proper personnel
• Maintain required records of bus usage and reports of operation
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of commercial transportation vehicles
• Knowledge of federal and state traffic laws and regulations
• Knowledge of bus evacuation procedures
• Skill in driving commercial transportation vehicles with airbrakes
• Skill in performing minor maintenance and safety checks of commercial vehicles
• Skill in evacuating students during an emergency
• Other duties as assignedPhysical DemandsPhysical Demands of Essential Functions:
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions
• Extensive physical activity: Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds
• Operation of Class B motor vehicle requiring frequent upper body movement; repetitive use of arms, hands, and fingers to include grasping both firm and light; primarily right side to operate door opener
• Seeing to drive and to observe work performed
• Hearing and speaking to communicate with students, parents, and other staff
• Frequent reaching to clean windshields, adjust mirrors, and open/close windows
• Frequent bending, stooping, twisting, turning, reaching, carrying, pulling, pushing, climbing (bus steps) and extensive sitting
• Continual lifting and carrying of 0 20 lbs. Floor to chest and overhead
• Frequent lifting and carrying of 20 to 80 pounds. Floor to chest and overhead
• Occasional lifting, carrying and pushing of up to 180 pounds in emergency situations to drag or lift injured students to evacuate bus Other physical requirements (note):
• The employee frequently is required to sit for extended periods of time and use hands to operate bus equipment and use hands to operate a computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with internal and external customers, listen to and respond accurate information and directions. (hear), and observe, assess, identify, detect
• Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle and operate lifts and machinery.
• Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and staminaSalary : 16.00Benefits SummaryClick here for more information on benefits and perks.

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