Bus Driver

Job Title: Bus Driver Department: Transportation Office Reports To: Terminal Manager Grade: Hourly 11 ($ 16.07 - $21.00 ) Number of Days: 174 Days or 12 Months Security Access: None Overtime Status: Non-Exempt / Hourly Last Revised Date: July 3, 2024 Oklahoma Teacher’s Retirement: Optional Participation Bargaining Unit: AFT Funding S ource: District Paid Mission: Our students lead through literacy, are empowered through experience, and contribute to their community. Vision: Tulsa Public Schools honors the diversity, creativity, and passion of our students, elevating every student to be designers of their destiny. Core Values: Our core values guide how we work and interact with each other at every level of the organization. We embrace and embody these values every day: • Equity: We know that our diversity is a community treasure, and we are committed to dismantling practices and systems that perpetuate inequalities, being actively anti -bias, anti-racist, and working toward justice and opportunity for all. • Character: We are honest, trustworthy and have high standards of behavior. We make decisions based on what our students and community need, and we do the right thing even when it is hard. • Excellence: We work together to give Tulsa the world -class schools it needs and deserves. We expect a lot of one another, and we support one another in achieving our shared, high expectations. • Team: We care for one another and work together to celebrate success, learn from struggles, and work to help every team member be their best selves. • Joy: Joy at school and at work makes us more productive, because when we create, innovate, and imagine, our motivation grows. Also, we love to have fun! Position Summary : Willing and able to drive all assigned routes as needed and assist Terminal Mangers and Lead drivers with various duties as needed. Drives a school bus safely in accordance with time schedules; transporting students to and from their homes, a variety of school sites and on field trips as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education : • High school diploma , GED , or equivalent previous experience in lieu of education Specialized Knowledge, Licenses, etc. : • Must possess or be willing to obtain a CDL Class A combination with passenger endorsement driver’s license • Must posses s or be willing to obtain a State of Oklahoma School Bus Driving Certificate • Must have a clean driving record Experience : • Previous experience driving a passenger bus preferred Physical Requirements: • Must pass an annual DOT physical • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally Other : • Proficient in Spanish is a plus • Must be 18 years of age or older Responsibilities and Essential Functions: The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions. • Operates a two -way radio • Oversees the loading and unloading of students, releasing students to authorized individual • Maintains order and proper discipline of passengers; resolves disputes, documents and reports severe disciplinary cases • Conducts daily safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle • Assures maintenance of bus and that bus is in a safe and clean operating condition • Reports needed mechanical repairs • Installs special safety belts • Sweeps interior of the bus and washes windows daily • Services the bus with gas and oil • Follows established security procedures • Maintains a variety of records and reports including but not limited to mileage, routing, maintenance, and time schedules • Attends meetings, programs, and in -service training as assigned • Maintains current required licenses and certificates • Notifies appropriate individuals of any delays in scheduled route • Assists with other routes when breakdown or other unusual circumstances occur as assigned • Perform s other tasks, duties, or services consistent with this position as assigned Skills and Abilities Required: The following characteristics and physical skills are important for the successful performance of assigned duties. • Excellent attendance record and be willing to attend extra training • Self-starter, highly motivated with positive attitude • Ability to oscillate between independent and collaborative work with ease • Posses s the ability to quickly analyze a situation, work efficiently, and patiently under stressful conditions, and provide timely solutions • Ability to maintain a professional appearance and possess a calm and respectful demeanor when interacting with students, parents, and school personnel Customer Contacts : • Internal: TPS District employees • External: Students, parents, patrons, and community members Supervisory Responsibilities: • This role does not directly supervise an y individuals Working Conditions: Exposure to the following situations may range from rare to frequent based on circumstances and factors that may not be predictable. • Will frequently work outdoors and in a bus environment • Will supervise students and monitor behavior while traveling *Willing to train qualified candidates Tulsa Public Schools is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team of individuals who contribute to the district's mission with their talents, skills, and energy. Tulsa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on th e basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, age, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Tulsa Public Schools also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please contact the district's talent management department at 918 -746-6310 or the district's human rights and Title IX coordinator at 918 -746-6985 . You can also direct your request for accommodation in writing to the Tulsa Public Schools Education Service Center, Attn: Talent Management, 3027 S. New Haven Ave., Tulsa, OK 74114 -6131.