GENERAL INFORMATION

FOR BUS DRIVER APPLICANTS

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

  • Operate school buses and related equipment to transport students.
  • Maintain discipline while students are on the bus.
  • Ensure safe evacuation of students from the bus in emergency situations.
  • Hourly Rate: $13.98 per hour.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Valid Washington State driver's license with CDL Class B endorsement with air restriction removed, passenger endorsement, and Washington State authorization for transporting students or ability to obtain required endorsements. (Note: Selected applicants will have the opportunity to attend training classes conducted by District driver trainers. Job offers can only be made to applicants with valid licenses as listed above.)
  • Must receive specific additional training and testing as required, provided by the District Transportation Department, to qualify for passenger endorsement and school bus driver authorization.
  • Has the physical dexterity and ability to:
    1. operate a large vehicle; and
    2. evacuate students in emergency situations.
  • Has, in the judgment of the administration, demonstrated aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities, including the ability to:
    1. interact patiently with a diverse student population;
    2. react quickly and appropriately to visual and/or audible stimuli;
    3. communicate clearly and tactfully with students and adults;
    4. maintain confidentiality.
  • Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.