BUS DRIVER 

MAYFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT

Class Code: 7941  

BASIC FUNCTION: 

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary. 

 

REPORTS TO: Transportation Area Coordinator                                   APPROVED: 9/18/2017 

 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: 

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips. 
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students. 
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes. 
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations. 
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary. 
• Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines. Maintain bus or transportation vehicle in a clean and orderly condition, and inspect and report any mechanical defects or malfunctions. 
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports. 
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required. 
• Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus, bus to base, and bus to school communication. Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures. 
• Maintain confidentiality of school related business. 
• Perform related duties as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: 

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• Safe driving practices. 
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students. 
• First aid practices. 
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

 

 

ABILITY TO: 

• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, 
• picking up and discharging students. 
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus. 
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition. 
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action. 
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records. 
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Understand and follow oral and written directions. 
• Meet schedules and time lines. 
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 
• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices. 
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: (preferred) 

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle. 

 

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

Must be 21 years of age. 

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check. 

 

A current Medical Examination Report, form TC94-35E and supplement, for each bus driver shall be retained by the district.