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Bus Operator

2 months ago

Poughkeepsie, New York, United States Dutchess BOCES Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Bus Driver to join our team at Dutchess BOCES. As a Bus Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting students and/or passengers to and from various locations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Operate a school bus or other bus on regular schedule and/or on special occasions
  • Check the operating condition of the bus before starting on a trip
  • Report any mechanical defect to immediate superior
  • Check and fill vehicle with fuel
  • Instruct students or adult passengers about safety practices when entering and/or leaving bus
  • Maintain orderly conduct of students or adult passengers while on bus
  • Complete accident and vehicle maintenance reports
  • May clean interior and exterior of assigned vehicle
  • May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle
  • May be required to administer first aid to students or adult passengers injured on bus
  • May install and remove tire chains when necessary
Requirements
  • Possession of a valid appropriate level Driver License or Commercial Driver License at the time of appointment
  • Ability to operate a bus under all driving and road conditions
  • Ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle
  • Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions
  • Ability to get along well with students and/or adult passengers and command their respect
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Mental alertness
  • Dependability
  • Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position
Working Conditions

This is manual work of average difficulty requiring skill in the operation of an automotive vehicle used to transport students and/or passengers.

The operator is responsible for the safety and conduct of the passengers.

The work is performed under general supervision with considerable leeway allowed to the operator for independent judgment in carrying out the details of the work.