Bus Driver at Charles Wright Academy

Tacoma, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

25.0

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Student Discipline, Vehicle Inspection, Safety Standards, Training Participation, Material Safety Data Sheets, Teamwork, Commercial Driver’s License, First Aid Certification, Communication Skills

Industry

Description

TITLE: Bus Driver - On Call REPORTS TO: Transportation Manager SUPERVISES: N/A CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt/Hourly POSITION SUMMARY: Substitute coverage for bus route transporting students and other authorized persons to and from school, as well as additional driving for field trips or other extra trips as designated. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Maintain discipline of students and report misbehavior. 2. Check vehicle equipment, and fuel prior to each departure; report any irregularities or trouble with equipment. 3. Maintain consistent safety standards. 4. Participate in bus driver training courses as scheduled by the Transportation Coordinator. 5. Working knowledge of material safety data sheets and proper use of personnel retention equipment. 6. Able to work and contribute to a team setting. 7. Perform other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. High school diploma is required. 2. Valid Washington State Commercial Driver’s License with school bus and passenger endorsements; current Medical Examiners Certificate and first aid certification; and driving record free of chargeable accidents or traffic violations. 3. Previous experience as a bus driver or in transportation field. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Previous experience as a bus driver or in the transportation field. 2. Must have good communication skills to build rapport with students and parents. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 1. Must be able to remain in stationary position more than 50% of the time. 2. Must be able to constantly work in all outdoor weather conditions. 3. Must be able to frequently move 75-pound bags/boxes to deliver at events across campus. TRAVEL: Substitute coverage for bus route when needed to transport students. Additional driving for field trips as designated. HOURS: On Call/10 months per year $22/$25 per hour This job description is subject to change. Job duties may be assigned or reassigned at any time. Revised: 01.2025

Responsibilities

The primary duty is to provide substitute coverage for bus routes, transporting students and authorized persons to and from school, as well as driving for field trips or other extra trips as needed. This includes maintaining student discipline, checking vehicle equipment before departure, and adhering to consistent safety standards.