School Bus Driver - Part Time

School Bus Driver: Part-time, 3.5 Hours/Day
District Wide
RSU 23 offers a competitive benefit package including 80-89% employer contribution toward spousal and dependent medical coverage, 90% contribution toward dental, paid time off for all bargaining units, wellness program with a cash matching incentive, and employer paid wellness activities each month.

Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, RSU 23 is a 700 student, three-school district seeking a Part Time Bus Driver. The successful candidate should possess the following:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current and Valid State of Maine Criminal History Records Check approval: https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting
• At least 21 years of age.
• Holds current Class B, CDL Maine Driver License W/ School Bus driver endorsement.
• Physical examination by a licensed Doctor of Medicine within 60 days prior to the date of employment.
• Must submit to Drug and Alcohol history check for DOT regulated testing and not have addiction to the use of alcohol or narcotic drugs.
• Maintains a clean driving record necessary to maintain drivers license.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities: (other duties may be assigned)

• Assumes personal responsibility for obeying all state and federal traffic laws and for compliance with the regulations of the Maine Association of Pupil Transportation governing the operation of school buses.
• Picks up and drops off students at authorized stops while adhering to strict time schedules Transports only authorized students.
• Conducts a daily pre/post exterior and interior safety check of bus and notifies maintenance of any mechanical issues.
• Maintains discipline when students are on bus. Enforces rules/regulations for student conduct and behavior while on school bus.
• Reports behavior problems to the appropriate Administrator.
• Reports all accidents immediately and completes required accident reports.
• Reports any moving violations to the Director of Transportation and Maintenance immediately.
• Cleans interior of bus daily and washes exterior as needed.
• Notifies proper authorities in the event of accident, mechanical failure or delays, maintains rider list for emergencies.
• Inspects bus after each run to ensure no students remain on bus.
• Refer all bus stop change requests to the Director of Transportation and Maintenance for approval.
• Exercises responsible leadership at all times.
• Displays the poise of a disciplined person; is tactful in dealing with others,; is resourceful and self reliant; demonstrates respect for self and others, accepts suggestions and follows instructions. Follows the proper channels of command and exercises confidentiality of privileged information relating to school and personal matters.
• Sets a good example in areas of personal hygiene, neatness and proper dress, courtesy, consideration and proper use of language. Vulgar or sexually suggestive language is not permitted at any time.
• Maintains communication with Director of Transportation regarding health and wellness issues that would hinder driving bus.
• Performs other tasks relevant to Transportation department as assigned by Director of Transportation and/or Transportation Supervisor from time to time.