Job Information
Lower Columbia College Bus Driver (Head Start, part-time) in Longview, Washington
*Apply online at: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lowercolumbia/jobs/4624656/bus-driver-head-start-part-time?visitor=fee43cf6-8ad1-4cf3-bc57-c579dca8d405&session=d00ab674-c084-4acb-9652-aa26dafa7488{rel="nofollow"} At a Glance: *The part-time driver is responsible for safe transportation of children and parents to and from Head Start program activities. Join LCC as a Bus Driver and help support safe and responsible transportation for our children and parents! This position is categorized as a Truck Driver 2, under State of Washington Class Specification. This position is a non-permanent classified position working no more than 19 hours per week. This position will require in person work. *Follow Head Start: For more on Lower Columbia College Head Start{target="_blank" rel="noopener"}, see the *Annual Report {rel="nofollow"} (Download PDF reader){target="blank" rel="noopener"}and join our Social Media{target="blank" rel="noopener"} page.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
In this role you will have the opportunity to:
Keeps to assigned schedule, runs fixed routes as written; does not make unauthorized changes to routes or stops.
Maintains a clean and hygienic environment inside the vehicle; cleans outside as necessary.
Checks bus before each operation for mechanical defects and report failure to proper person
Discharge students only at authorized stops and ensures children are released only to an authorized individual
Punctual; demonstrated good attendance, advises Transportation Manager at least one hour ahead of time if unable to work.
Creates written reports as necessary, including daily vehicle reports, behavior management referrals, incident reports, etc.
Conducts a professional pre-trip inspection of every vehicle driven every day and reports suspected mechanical problems at once, which includes all emergency equipment, i.e., first aid kit, fire extinguisher, seat belt cutter and child safety restraint systems
Completes Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports accurately and in a timely fashion
Conducts a thorough post-trip inspection for children or other items left on board, or vehicle problems and before entering the school. (Both the driver and monitor are responsible for checking for children).
Complies with all safety requirements in the Final Rule, all state school bus laws and regulations, and all Program procedures as stipulated in the transportation policy and procedures handbook, memos, notices, meetings, etc. Must be aware of and follow all current transportation laws and regulations.
Uses reasonable precaution in the performance of all duties. Acts in such a manner as to ensure maximum safety to children, parents, self, the public, and fellow employees at all times.
Refrains from any act or omission that could jeopardize the safety of children.
Immediately report (by radio, cell phone or other means) incidents, accidents, or unusual situations that could or did place a child at risk of injury, and willing and able to describe such incidents in writing.
Reports any significant safety hazards (routes, roadways, changing weather conditions, etc.) to Transportation Manager as soon as possible and prior to proceeding if at all possible.
Reports an