Job Details

Job Location University Prep - Seattle, WA

Position Type Part-Time Hourly Non-Exempt

Salary Range $30.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Description

Open Position: CDL School Bus Driver

Reports To: Director of Athletics & Transportation Manager

FT/PT/R/T: Part-Time

Who We Are:

University Prep (UPrep) is a 6-12 independent school in northeast Seattle, WA, one of the country's most dynamic cities. We offer an intellectually rich education that fosters deep inquiry and critical thinking that is powered by student engagement. Our students graduate prepared for college and life. UPrep is a strong and vibrant community of students, families, faculty, staff, and alumni that joins together to support our students in becoming caring and productive adults. UPrep is a place where all students and families have equitable access to all the school has to offer, and we aspire for all community members to feel like they belong. We believe that our shared values of integrity, respect, and responsibility are essential to accomplish our mission to develop each student's potential to become an intellectually courageous, socially responsible citizen of the world.

Job Summary:

Under general supervision, and on a part-time basis, drives a School bus for field trips and afterschool athletic events on prescribed routes as assigned by the Transportation Manager. Hours will vary with School schedule and sports seasons, and will include some evenings and weekends. There will be an assigned supervisor on each bus trip to monitor students.

Specific Responsibilities: Drives a bus to and from field trips, which take place during school hours as assigned Drives a bus to and from afterschool athletic events and practices, as assigned Follows established safety procedures Performs a pre-trip safety/damage inspection of bus before each drive Monitors operating conditions of bus and reports needed servicing and/or repairs to Transportation Manager Keeps bus interior clean by sweeping and removing trash daily Attends training programs, testing programs, first aid courses, refresher courses and other meeting as scheduled Complies with state laws, rules and regulations and school policies relative to student transportation Conducts oneself in the best interest of students and in support of the school's mission statement. Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the school's documents Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education, Certifications & Experience: High School diploma or GED preferred Clean driving record required (Required) Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger endorsements and Air Brake restriction removed (Required) Valid Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate Experience working with kids preferred School Bus (S) endorsement preferred Experience as a commercial or school bus driver preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Good and safe driving skills Good verbal and written communication skills Demonstrates flexibility, cooperation, energy, enthusiasm, and an understanding of a school environment Flexibility, maturity and a sense of humor Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity Basic email and internet skills in order to use our online scheduling calendar and timecard software Ability to work some evenings and weekends

Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol screening and on-going random tests as required per WA DOT regulations.