Job Title:  Student Transportation SUV Driver

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent in education, training, and experience; 
• Possession of a valid New Mexico State driving license with appropriate designation and other certifications required to operate District vehicles within five (5) days of hire; 
• Clean driving record; 
• First Aid/CPR certification obtained within ten (10) business days of hire; 
• Three (3) years of general driving experience is preferred; 
• Minimum age of 21 years; 
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Executive Director of Student Transportation may find appropriate and acceptable. 

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation service by operating approved SUVs in transporting passengers to and from school as well as related activities;
• Identify and communicate mechanical/maintenance and/or emergency situations to Department of Student Transportation maintenance and dispatch personnel;
• Assure safe, on-time service and customer satisfaction and maintain the highest level of ethical behavior with our customers, fellow employees, and community we serve; 
• Operate the vehicle in a safe manner in accordance with District policies and safety practices and federal and state regulations; 
• Conduct pre and post trip inspections; 
• Ensure the interior of the vehicle is clean and presentable and that the vehicle is properly fueled according to Department of Student Transportation procedures; 
• Transport students over an assigned route, observing all traffic laws and safety regulations and ensure they arrive at school by bell-time; 
• Alert the Dispatcher at the Department of Student Transportation of any safety/maintenance problems and/or accidents or incidents in accordance with established procedures; 
• Provides instructions to students on proper entry and exit of the vehicle, emergency evacuations and general safety by using live demonstrations and handouts; 
• Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency; 
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of this position; 
• Report to duty on time and maintains route time schedules in a safe manner. Alerts  Department of Student Transportation regarding traffic problems that impact pick-up times to ensure that alternative measures can be taken (e.g. other buses can be assigned to pick up passengers) and students can reach their destination by bell-time; 
• Exercise effective student management through clear communications and discipline in accordance with District policies and practices; 
• Report student discipline problems to the  Department of Student Transportation Safety Specialist and advises the appropriate supervisor; 
• Maintain a professional appearance at all times; 
• Complete all required paperwork (including route change sheets, seating charts, vehicle repair requests) and submit it in a timely manner; 
• Attend and actively participates in all assigned training, safety meetings and in-service meetings, contributes input and suggestions to improve vehicle operations; 
• Maintain a courteous, cooperative, and professional attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, parents, and school personnel; always promoting District goodwill; 
• Prepare vehicle for inclement weather conditions, including scraping or cleaning windows, etc.; 
• Safely and efficiently utilize vehicle equipment including radios and all emergency equipment; 
• Complies with state-approved New Mexico Administrative Code of Ethical Responsibility of the Education Profession and the RRPS Employee Standards of Conduct and upholds and enforces rules, administrative directives and regulations, school board policies, and local, state and federal regulations; and 
• Employee may be assigned other duties based on the needs of the District during the term of employment.

Work Hours:

Work hours will be in accordance with hours determined by the Director of Transportation.

Application Procedure:

To complete this application, the following documents must be attached:

• High School Diploma or GED Certificate if applicable; and  
• New Mexico State Driver's License. 

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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