SCHOOL BUS DRIVER 7225

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under supervision, performs routine work involving the skilled handling of a school bus on regularly scheduled trips to and from school and to special cultural and athletic events. The employee has considerable responsibility for maintaining order and insuring the safety of student passengers while a bus is in operation. Work includes the regular servicing and cleaning of an assigned school bus. Detailed instructions and supervision are given at the beginning of employment and on new assignments, but regular assignments are performed more independently as experience and skill are gained. Work is performed under the supervision of a Head Bus Driver or administrative superior who periodically reviews work in progress for adherence to safety precautions and the New York State Motor Vehicle Laws. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Operates a school bus on scheduled school trips;

Transports students to special social, cultural and athletic events;

Performs minor servicing work such as checking oil, battery, tires, and the general running condition of a school bus;

Cleans, washes and polishes buses as required.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Good knowledge of the geography of the school district and of traffic regulations pertaining to school buses; good knowledge of school bus operation and of the techniques and methods used in servicing and effecting minor repairs to such equipment; skill in the operation of a school bus; ability to operate a school bus safely and efficiently in traffic, and under adverse weather conditions; ability to follow oral and written instructions; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of the appropriate license issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Candidates must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education.

Drivers must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age.

The type of license required will be determined by the appointing authority with respect to the type of vehicle to be operated. License must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

R 7/17/95

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive