School Bus Driver

Franklin Pierce Schools

$24.41 to $26.53 DOE

Franklin Pierce is a mid-size district with warm and nurturing staff. Connection to our families, our community, and each other is important to us.

This is a perfect opportunity for a college student working through school or anyone looking for meaningful part-time employment. At Franklin Pierce Schools, our drivers are a connected to the communities they serve. They are committed to safety and making a positive difference in the lives of our students. Come join our family friendly, caring, fun, work team.

We offer:

· Competitive pay $24.41 – $26.53 DOE

· Paid training

· Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Union and State retirement

· Attendance bonus

· Monday through Friday workweek (no weekends)

· Holidays and summers off

· Year-round pay

How to apply:

To apply, click the following link https://franklinpiercejobs.hrmplus.net/Home.aspx. Register to create a profile and click apply on the bus driver trainee or substitute posting. For assistance with the application, please call 253-298-3085. For additional information about the position, please call 253-298-3865.

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: BUS DRIVER TRAINEE

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Possess a high school diploma or GED, required
2. Minimum age of 21
3. Possess a valid Washington state driver's license and 5 years of driving experience
4. Pass Department of Transportation physical exam including drug screening
5. Pass Washington State and FBI background check

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Demonstrated dependability in work attendance
2. Ability to attend to detail and follow through on a variety of assigned tasks
3. Ability to understand and carry-out oral and written instructions
4. Physical ability and agility to perform activities common in working on buses, such as sitting, standing squatting, bending, reaching, as well as being able to grasp, hold, lift and maneuver a minimum of 20 lbs

5. Must have a sincere interest in working with students of different ages and backgrounds; works effectively with staff, students, and parents with diverse economic and/or ethnic backgrounds

6. Must be able to work positively and diplomatically with potentially difficult people in demanding situations, maintaining a positive demeanor while working toward resolution

7. Must maintain a positive, productive and cooperative working relationship with all District co- workers, students and parents/guardians, and demonstrate a sincere interest in representing the
District in a positive and professional manner

8. Meet school district standards to be a school bus driver; i.e. student management skills, personal appearance, driving skills.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must attend all OSPI, state, and district mandated trainings, classroom and behind-the-wheel.

2. Complete all district and transportation department mandatory trainings, including annual in- service.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.41 - $26.53 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Staff must be fully vaccinated or have an approved exemption.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• School Bus Driving: 1 year (Preferred)
• Commercial Driving: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CDL (Preferred)
• CDL B (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road