Bus Driver - Part Time - Transportation

School Bus DriverForbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.Employment Type: Part-time (20-29 hours per week)Base Hourly: $19.89 Driving Wage; $17.78/hr Paid trainingClass/Calendar: B21, 9.25 monthsBenefits: NonePerformance Pay: Available annuallyNew Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximumNew Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the positionJob Summary: To safely drive a school bus and/or school van to transport students over scheduled routes and/or special excursions.All Transportation employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing and alcohol testing, as well as random testing throughout employment. Due to federal safety regulation, this includes marijuana/THC/CBD. Any employee having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.Key Responsibilities:Regular and on-time attendance requiredDrive school bus and/or school van safely to transport students over scheduled routes and/or special excursions (field trips, athletic events)Assist students and other passengers to provide for safe loading and unloading from buses during normal and emergency transportAdminister first aid and medical assistance to provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured studentsAssess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of passengersInstruct students in the rules and regulations of safe bus riding and evacuation proceduresManage and handle conduct of students and passengers while they are on the busInform school and/or district personnel of practices and incidents, providing information for proper proceduresPrepare documentation to provide appropriate personnel with written support and/or to convey informationConduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of each bus you drive each dayPerform proper student checksReport any discrepancies to vehicle maintenance following proper proceduresDo not drive an unsafe bus; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of busComplete required paperwork and keep route sheet currentAttend training programs to maintain skills and meet requirements of school bus certificatePerform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unitAssists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public SchoolsRequired Qualifications:Valid Arizona Drivers License with clean driving record a minimum of one year driving experience and be at least 21 years of ageMust meet requirements for School Bus Driver Certification (i.e. pass first aide, CPR, and IVP fingerprint card)You must be able to pass a physical performance test in accordance with the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Arizona Administrative Code.Minimum of one year driving experience in ArizonaPay for a medical certificate form with a minimum of one year expiration datePreferred Qualifications:High School education or equivalentSkills & Competencies:Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a GraduateDemonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and communityKnowledge of Arizona traffic lawsProficient demonstration of driving skills; ability to drive under pressureAbility to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with students, parents, coworkers and district personnel at all levelsAbility to read and understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district helpfulAbility to meet time schedules, punctuality and reliability a mustAbility to work varying driving assignmentsWork Environment & Physical Requirements:This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties.Physical Demands: You may be required to do the following tasks frequently:Ability to pull, reach, push, bend, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and sitUsing repetitive hand motions or manual dexterityStrong reflexes for steering, braking, and maneuvering the vehicle safelySpeaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction)Maintaining focus for extended periodsLifting & Force: The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency:Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of forceFrequently: up to 30 pounds of forceConstantly: up to 30 pounds of forceWorking Environment: You may encounter some of the following conditions:Drivers work both inside the vehicle and outdoors when inspecting or fueling the vehicleTravel, odors, dust, and outside elementsLimited workspace, loud noises, and bloodborne pathogensEqual Opportunity Employer Statement:Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.