AMVETS Jobs

This is a 10-month/renewable position with 179 day contract calendar, that includes benefits of paid medical and leave. Schedule: Split Shift: Estimated 6:30am - 8:30am and estimated 2:00 - 4:30pm, Monday - Friday. NOTE: Friday afternoon schedule changes 1:00pm to 3:30pm with early release. SUMMARY: Operate school buses under all types of weather conditions to transport students and other authorized persons over regular \'to and from\' routes and on activity trips as authorized by the school district officials. Ensuring vehicle is in safe operating condition and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from the bus. Serve as a courteous representative of the Siuslaw School District. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Ability to meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform the duties, and responsibilities of a school bus driver as required by the State and District policies and procedures. Possess a valid Oregon Commercial Drivers\' License, Type B, with passenger, air brake and school bus endorsements, demonstrating a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all applicable laws and regulations. Possess an Oregon School Bus Drivers\' Certificate and maintain a driving record within ODE requirements. Ability to work with minimal supervision in performance of duties. Willingness to attend workshops and training sessions. Ability to understand and follow verbal and written communication. Ability to work and communicate with students, parents and school personnel. Ability to work harmoniously with others. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Inspect assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior for the purpose of ensuring safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle and reports any deficiencies. Reports all possible problem areas (safety hazards, parent/student concerns or complaints). Maintain interior and exterior cleanliness of assigned district vehicles; sweeping, dusting and washing. Maintains required licenses, certificates and first\'aid card by attending required training classes and preserving a good driving record within ODE requirements. Operate a school bus in accordance with laws of the State of Oregon and District policy/procedures. Assists students and other passengers with safe loading and unloading from the bus in both emergency situations and normal transport. Operates wheelchair lift, harness, and other special equipment necessary for the health and safety of students. Follows & supports IEP goals and objectives, including behavior management plans. Manipulates and operates student assistive technology devices. Lifts and physically manipulates students into position, including proper fastening and unfastening of restraints. Monitors students, parents and staff members during transit for the purpose of maintaining order and ensuring the safety of passengers.