School Bus Driver (AM, Afternoon Route & PM Trips)

NELSONS BUS SERVICE INC•Mcfarland, WI

About The Position

This position provides safe and efficient transportation of passengers and/or other authorized personnel to local or distant points in accordance with assigned routes and time schedules. Driver will either operate a school bus or other vehicle as assigned. Employees must exercise skill and judgment in a safe, reliable and courteous manner while operating a school bus or other vehicle. Work is performed under the direction of a Terminal Manager. This position will be assigned to a standard work location; however, employee may be asked to report for duty at other primary locations as necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Complies with local and State traffic regulations and Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License requirements. Safely transports students and/or other authorized passengers per assigned time schedule, route, and bus assignment. Transports only authorized passengers and discharges only at authorized stops per the route plan. Adhere to adopted routes, schedules, and operating policies and procedures. Assist passengers in getting on and off the bus as needed. Safely operate ramp, assist in placement of wheelchairs or other similar mobility assistance devices for the disabled, and secure wheelchairs/mobility assistance devices as directed by supervisor. Provides quality customer service and communicates safety requirements to all passengers. Makes decisions in a variety of situations regarding priorities and effectively handling emergencies. Addresses passenger misconduct immediately to ensure the safety of all passengers while maintaining professionalism. Reports misconduct to Terminal Manager and completes misconduct report prior to completing the shift. Reports delays, accidents, and maintenance needs. Must be flexible to deal with work schedule changes such as traffic delays, flat tire, or other unexpected events. Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort. Inspects bus and checks, gas, oil, tires and water before departure. Completes pre and post-trip inspections as instructed per company and CDL requirements. Completes required mileage/fuel report, maintenance requests and time cards in specified time frame. Other Duties and Responsibilities Follows Nelson’s Bus Service, Inc. policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; exhibits respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free work environment; demonstrates knowledge of EEO practices and guidelines. Observes safety and security procedures; reports unsafe conditions to management team. Demonstrates a commitment to company safety and risk management efforts. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School education or equivalent required.
Must possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers for purposes of completing time cards and mileage/fuel reports.
Ability to operate office equipment (copier, fax, printers) and voice communication equipment.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions including Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s Manual, employee handbook, short correspondence, memos, and route maps/information.
Ability to write simple correspondence such as maintenance forms and mileage/fuel reports.
Customer service skills including the ability to effectively speak to customers, other employees, the Dispatcher or the Terminal Manager.
Must show sensitivity needed to deal with complaints.
Ability to listen to and communicate with managers and co-workers as well as with all sectors of the general public.
Must be 21 years of age.
Valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License with Passenger and Student endorsements is required.
Must successfully pass the pre-employment Department of Transportation fitness for duty; drug, alcohol testing, physical examination and background check including review of driving record.
Must have a commendable driving record.
Attendance, punctuality, and consistency are requirements of the position.
Employee shall ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent.
Arrival at meetings and appointments on time is expected of the position.
Must be flexible to deal with work schedule changes due to unexpected events.

Responsibilities

Complies with local and State traffic regulations and Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License requirements.
Safely transports students and/or other authorized passengers per assigned time schedule, route, and bus assignment.
Transports only authorized passengers and discharges only at authorized stops per the route plan.
Adhere to adopted routes, schedules, and operating policies and procedures.
Assist passengers in getting on and off the bus as needed.
Safely operate ramp, assist in placement of wheelchairs or other similar mobility assistance devices for the disabled, and secure wheelchairs/mobility assistance devices as directed by supervisor.
Provides quality customer service and communicates safety requirements to all passengers.
Makes decisions in a variety of situations regarding priorities and effectively handling emergencies.
Addresses passenger misconduct immediately to ensure the safety of all passengers while maintaining professionalism.
Reports misconduct to Terminal Manager and completes misconduct report prior to completing the shift.
Reports delays, accidents, and maintenance needs.
Must be flexible to deal with work schedule changes such as traffic delays, flat tire, or other unexpected events.
Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilation systems for passenger comfort.
Inspects bus and checks, gas, oil, tires and water before departure.
Completes pre and post-trip inspections as instructed per company and CDL requirements.
Completes required mileage/fuel report, maintenance requests and time cards in specified time frame.
Follows Nelson’s Bus Service, Inc. policies and procedures; upholds organizational values; exhibits respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free work environment; demonstrates knowledge of EEO practices and guidelines.
Observes safety and security procedures; reports unsafe conditions to management team.
Demonstrates a commitment to company safety and risk management efforts.
Performs other duties as assigned.