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Job Title:  (SY 2024-2025) - Candidate Pool, School Bus Driver and Requisition ID number:  101584

Close Date: 11:59 PM on  

Organizational Unit:   Transportation (10000103) 

Site:   Transportation (0750) 

FTE :  1.000; 41 wks ; This is based on full-time equivalency, with 1.0 being full-time time

Union:   Transportation(09) 

Functional Area:   Drivers 

Salary Range:  $24.83 19_DRIVE Step1 - $26.43 19_DRIVE Step8

Benefits: Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan

This position is a candidate pool and not a specific position at a school. This position requires an initial screening interview before being placed into the Candidate Pool. There may not be an available position(s) at the time of application, but positions can become available at any time. The candidate pool is used to refer qualified applicants to the site/department with the open position. Human Resources will process your application, and once approved, your name will be forwarded to the Hiring Manager of the Transportation Department.

A resume and cover letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

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SUMMARY

Under general supervision, operates school transit bus on assigned routes to and from school and special events; provides safe and secure transportation service to students. Work is performed in a transit vehicle in a traffic environment, with moderate physical requirements. Required to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Drives students to and from school and special events.

Monitors students and enforces District policies and rules of conduct.

Reports behavior issues and other concerns to supervisor.

Performs daily vehicle inspections, and assures the bus is operating correctly.

Conducts complete post-trip interior inspection of school bus for remaining students before leaving bus.

Inspects vehicle, and identifies vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair.

Cleans the bus interior, sweeps the floors, and cleans windows and seats.

Completes all required written reports on a daily basis.

Knowledge of

Safety rules and regulations, and safe driving techniques in all road conditions.

Local geographical area, road systems, and City and state traffic regulations.

First aid and CPR.

Capabilities, operational characteristics, adjustment, and preventive maintenance of the type of vehicles to which assigned.

Skill in

Operating vehicles in a safe manner, in compliance with all traffic laws, District policies and procedures, and state and local regulations.

Following and maintaining safety standards.

Adjusting and performing preventive maintenance on the vehicles to which assigned.

Recognizing potentially hazardous situations on the road and taking appropriate action.

Reading and understanding a variety of plans and maps.

Maintaining accurate records of work performed.

Working without close supervision in standard work situations.

Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities;.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Education, Training, and Experience

A High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota State Commercial Driver's License with school bus/passenger endorsement .

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Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Posting Notes: | 12:01 AM On | Transportation (10000103) | Transportation (0750) | Drivers  
 

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