Part-Time School Bus Driver, CDL or Non-CDL

Title: Part-Time or Full-Time School Bus Driver (CDL or Non-CDL)

Reports to:   Dir. of Athletics & Transportation Manager

Direct Reports:  N/A

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE:  PT or FT/Hourly/School Year

Rate of Pay:  $32/hour DOE

Who We Are:

University Prep (UPrep) is a 6–12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country’s most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student’s potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, the Part-Time School Bus Driver drives a before-school shuttle bus and morning field trips on prescribed routes as assigned by the Transportation Manager. They will assist with traffic control and crosswalk monitoring during student dropoff. Also assists with vehicle maintenance and cleaning.

This position is generally scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on school days. A general workday is as follows:

- 7:00 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.: Before school shuttle bus and traffic control/crosswalk monitoring

- 8:15 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Morning field trips and bus maintenance

Both CDL and Non-CDL applicants will be considered. This is a great opportunity with consistent hours!

Specific Responsibilities:

- Drives before school shuttle as assigned

- Assists with traffic control and crosswalk monitory during school drop-off

- Drives bus to and from field trips, which take place during school hours as assigned

- Follows established safety procedures

- Performs a pre-trip safety/damage inspection of bus before each drive

- Monitors operating conditions of bus and reports needed servicing and/or repairs to Transportation Manager and Director of Facilities

- Performs basic maintenance tasks such as checking oil, securing mirrors, changing light bulbs, etc.

- Fuels vehicles as needed

- Helps maintain bus fleet by detail cleaning including washing bus exteriors, mopping interiors and washing windows regularly

- Maintains bus parking and loading areas including leaf blowing, picking up trash, etc.

- Attends training programs, testing programs, first aid courses, refresher courses and other meeting as scheduled

- Complies with state laws, rules and regulations and school policies relative to student transportation

- Conducts oneself in the best interest of students and in support of the school’s mission statement.

- Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school’s documents

- Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Certifications & Experience:

- High School diploma or GED preferred

- Clean driving record required

- Experience working with kids preferred

- Ability to obtain a national flagger certification

- School Bus (S) endorsement preferred

- Experience as a commercial or school bus driver preferred

- Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Passenger endorsements and Air Brake restriction removed preferred

- Valid Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate (Required for CDL holders)

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

- Good and safe driving skills

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

- Good verbal and written communication skills

- Demonstrates, cooperation, energy, enthusiasm, and an understanding of a school environment

- Flexibility, maturity and a sense of humor

- Excellent customer service skills and strong work ethic

- Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds

- Ability to work and communicate well with all levels of faculty and staff, students, and parents

- Ability to maintain confidential information

- Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment

- Ability to sit for long periods of time

- Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, walk, and talk

- Ability to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms

- Ability to climb a ladder and work while on ladder

- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

- Ability to work outside in any weather

- Ability to work some evenings and weekends

- Local travel is required

Must submit to and pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and on-going random tests as required per Federal DOT regulations.

Thank you for your interest in this position and in University Prep. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

www.universityprep.org

This description is intended to describe the general content and requirements for the performance of this position.

It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.