School Bus Driver
School bus drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and related events. School bus drivers pick up students at a designated location, such as street corners or homes and drop them off at school. Must be local to Great Falls, MT!!!
Job Benefits :
- No CDL? No problem! Big Sky Bus Lines offers paid training and assistance with obtaining both CDL Class B permits and licenses!
- Guaranteed Hours! Drivers who successfully complete training are guaranteed two hours per shift!
- Flexible Schedule! School bus driving with Big Sky Bus Lines allows time and flexibility for employees seeking a part-time work around already established schedules. Routes are assigned and scheduled in the mornings between 6-9 am and in the afternoons between 2 : 30-5 pm.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Transport students in a timely manner to and from school and / or school activities while following safety procedures and applicable State Board of Education rules and regulations.Operate and safely drive a school bus in either good or adverse weather, road and traffic conditions while transporting passengers to school or special events. Comply with traffic regulations while operating vehicles in a safe and courteous manner.Communicate bus rules, safety and behavior requirements to passengers; and address improper behavior immediately while using appropriate interpersonal communication skills.Assist students and passengers boarding and unloading the bus when necessary, including wheelchair students and adaptive equipment.Inspect buses daily to identify and report deficiencies. Perform vehicle maintenance procedures such as fluid and fuel levels, tire pressure checks, clean internal and external areas, install tire chains, and any other normal daily maintenance as required.Comply with DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.Complete all records and reports timely and accurately and submit to Transportation Department.Read maps, follow written and geographic directions according to route / trip logs. Operation of a two-way radio.Requirements :
Must be 21 years of age or olderHave held regular motor vehicle driver's license for 3 years or longerClass A or B CDL, OR the ability to obtainAbility to pass medical examinationAbility to pass FMSCA mandated DOT drug test