Bus Driver

Pine River-Backus Schools is looking for route, substitute and extra-curricular bus drivers.   A CDL license with a school bus endorsement is required.  Free on-site training is available to those who wish to obtain such license.

Route Drivers:  $23,774.45 per school year
Substitute Drivers:  $60 per route (am or pm) with a $500 incentive for completing 100 routes during the school year.
Extra-Curricular Drivers:  $17.50 per hour, paid from the time you pick up the bus until you return to the bus garage.

Job Summary:  Transports students to and from school and other designated areas in a manner that ensures their safety and promotes a positive attitude toward learning.

Essential Functions:

• Drive assigned route
  • Transport students to and from school and other designated locations, while ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Routine maintenance
  • Perform vehicle inspections and safety checks according to established procedures.
  • Check fule, oil and fluid levels and fill accordingly.
  • Maintain required mileage records.
  • Clean vehicle, including sweeping floor, removing trash, wiping windows, etc.
  • Check all lights, gauges, and switches for proper operation.
  • Clean all mirrors and windows to ensure unobstructed vision and safely.
  • Notify supervisor in case of defects or mechanical failures.
• Maintain order and discipline
  • Monitor student behavior.
  • Follow district policy regarding discipline and report any discipline problems to Transportation Director or Principal.
• Attend meetings and training
  • Attend driver safety meetings, health and safety meetings, any necessary student discipinary meetings within the district.
  • Attends training and workship opportunities as directed by the Transportation Director.

   
 
Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.