In the absence (sick, bus breakdown, accident, etc.,) of the regular route driver, the Auxiliary Bus Driver operates the school bus transporting pupils and authorized personnel to and from schools. Upon assignment, an employee in this class assumes all the duties and responsibilities of the regular route driver for following an assigned route and schedule in the safe operation of a school bus. Auxiliary Bus Drivers are trained in the location of all routes assigned to their particular lot and are expected to be able to drive routes out of other bus lot locations throughout the county as needed and assigned. Incumbents are also trained and expected to effectively operate all types of buses assigned to the lots. Auxiliary Drivers may be called upon to assume the duties and responsibilities of the Assistant Bus Lot Foreman in their absence. General supervision is received from the Lot Foreman and Assistant Lot Foreman.   

 

Operates various types of school buses over any of the lot's assigned routes, as well as at other lots as needed, in transporting children to and from schools;

Maintains order among students aboard school bus and reports cases of misbehavior to school and staff officials through proper procedures;

Inspects bus and checks gas, oil, water and all lights, brakes, and safety equipment before driving;

Assists the Lot Foreman/Assistant Foreman in preparing and updating route sheets and student rosters using a remote computer terminal;

Assists in maintaining records to include daily and bi-monthly payroll reports, and in the distribution, receipt and checking of monthly reports;

Assists in tactfully and effectively answering telephone inquiries regarding student transportation;

Distributes bulletins, job related materials and gives job related messages to drivers;

Prepares reports of accidents and prolonged traffic delays;

Attends safety meetings and other meetings as necessary;

Assists with inventory of equipment at the lots;

Assists new and relief drivers in locating stops and designated runs throughout the area;

Takes spare bus to a driver in case of a breakdown, accident, or runs the route for the regular driver; and

Assists Lot Foreman and/or Assistant Foreman in the smooth operation of the bus lot; filling in for either or both as necessary.

 

 

 

Good knowledge of driving safety and courtesy; good knowledge of the operation of automobiles and buses;

Good knowledge of all facets of a bus lot operation;

Good knowledge of the local streets and road system;

Good knowledge of State regulations and laws pertaining to the operation of school buses;

Good knowledge of Motor Vehicle Laws and Regulations of the State Board of Education, some knowledge of first aid;

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, ability to deal courteously and effectively with school principals and parents;

Interest in and liking for children; ability to maintain effective control over groups of children;

Ability to work in tandem with other school system employees; and

Dependable attendance record; and must be in good physical condition.

 

 

 

The Maryland State Department of Education requires that anyone operating a school bus in transporting pupils have at least five (5) years driving experience and have attained the minimum age of twenty-one (21) years.

 

 

 

Possession of Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B with passenger endorsement or Class B Learners Permit with passenger (P) and school bus (S) endorsements; and the ability to meet special training and qualifications as set forth by Prince George's County Public Schools.

 

 

No direct supervisory responsibilities.



The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.




The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.




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