BUS DRIVERS

Eagle County Schools Transportation

BENEFITS: 20.90% employer contribution to your PERA retirement plan, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, free CMC credits, amongst others. Health, Dental and Vision insurance are also offered if working 30+ hours per week. 

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $18.20 - $21.84 per hour

POSITION SALARY RANGE: $18.20 - $27.30 per hour

SUMMARY OF JOB DESCRIPTION:
Transport students to and from school and school-related activities in a safe, efficient and timely manner.

SUPERVISED BY: Director of Transportation

ESSENTIAL JOB ELEMENTS:

1. Operate a school transportation vehicle in accordance with DOT, Commercial Drivers Regulations, Colorado Motor Vehicle Code, CDE Operational Rules, ECSD Transportation policies and emergency procedures and FCC Regulations
2. Pass annual CDE written, driving, pre-trip tests and annual MVR check.
3. Pass required CDE Mountain and Adverse weather driving tests and operates a school transportation vehicle safely and skillfully in mountainous terrain and under all adverse driving conditions.
4. Possess a high level of responsibility, for the safety of students on the bus.
5. Renew licenses, endorsements and certifications as required by Federal and State law.
6. Communicate, in a timely manner, with parents and staff regarding issues of student welfare.
7. Make appropriate, spontaneous decisions, which affect the safety and well being of passengers and other individuals and property near the bus.
8. Submit all required forms and records accurately, completely and in a timely manner.
9. Perform preventive maintenance, operate, pre-trip and clean district owned vehicles and equipment to prevent damage and maintain a positive public image.
10. Maintain reliable transportation, an accurate timepiece and a working phone.
11. Perform other duties as assigned.

CONTACTS:
Students, parents, schools, and staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Have NO nationwide wants or warrants
2. Pass DOT physical exam - every two years
3. Valid community First Aid Card or equivalent, or acquire within 90 days of hire
4. Pass CDE character and entrance requirements
5. Valid Colorado drivers license and meet all ECSD insurance requirements. Pass MVR check
6. Pass ECSD 80-hour training program to obtain a Colorado Commercial Drivers License (CDL-BP2S)
7. Pass DOT Drug Screen
8. Effective communication and interpersonal skills

9. Ability to read, write, understand and follow written and verbal instructions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
* Atmospheric conditions
* Climbing
* Color vision
* Communicating
* Control of others
* Crouching
* Depth perception
* Exposure to weather
* Far acuity
* Field of vision
* Hearing
* Heavy lifting (up to 100 lbs)
* Near acuity
* Noise
* Stooping