On Call- CDL Bus Driver (185 Days)
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- Assumes charge of the bus and passengers while the bus is in-route and is responsible for the safety and conduct of those transported - transports only authorized students and adult sponsors and obeys all traffic laws and the district policy driver expectations.
- Operates according to assigned schedules and routes, transporting passengers to and from their home, a variety of school sites, and on field trips as assigned.
- Accessible to dispatcher or supervisor for daily assignments, covers routes and/or other runs as the supervisor or dispatcher directs.
- Provides notification of delays in scheduled route.
- Assists and instructs passengers in proper loading and unloading procedures.
- Ensure a proper sweep of the bus so no passengers are left unattended. Ensure that children take their belongings with them when leaving the bus.
- Responsible for\: securing wheelchairs on the bus; securing safety straps to the frame of the wheelchair and securing the seatbelt/harness.
- Ensure students are seated using seat belts at all times.
- Documents and reports discipline problems to the transportation supervisor
- Reports to work on time, is reliable for regular and overtime work, and is absent only with good cause.
- Makes neat, legible, and accurate transportation records as required.
- Maintains a clean bus externally and internally, maintains appropriate level of fuel, conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspection, and reports maintenance problems via the Samsara system.
- Renders assistance, if needed, when the bus breaks down or is involved in an accident. Reports all accidents in accordance with the established accident protocol.
- Attend all assigned training, safety meetings, and in-service meetings. Be adaptable and flexible in acceptance of changes in techniques and procedures.
- Follows the Dallas ISD Employee Standards of Conduct, exhibits good judgment in decision-making and problem-solving, works effectively with others, and follows the chain of command as noted in organizational policy. Presents a positive role model for patrons that supports the goals of Dallas ISD.
- Maintains a good working relationship with the parents and school staff, and maintains a disciplined decorum of the bus conducive to the safety of passengers and protection of property.
- Perform all other tasks and duties as assigned.