Bus Attendant - Jackson County ISD
Jackson, MI
About the Job
Summary: Assists with special needs of students during transport. Substitutes for bus drivers to transport students over specified routes according to time schedules.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Other duties may be assigned.
- Assists with special needs of students, including:
- Assists students in wheelchairs on and off the vehicle and secures the wheelchairs on the bus.
- Manages student behavior problems.
- Positions students.
- Lifts students.
- Restrains students as necessary, consistent with training.
- Monitors conduct of students.
- Assist students with other needs as identified.
- Communicates in an appropriate fashion with students, parents and employees.
- Cleans and disinfects vehicle - including sweeping, washing, mopping and cleaning exterior of vehicle.
- Substitutes for bus driver. Bus driver responsibilities include but are not limited to pre- and post-trip inspections, planning routes, fueling the bus and many of the responsibilities listed for Attendants.
- Administers first aid.
- Maintains written records.
- Loads and unloads equipment, materials, etc.
- Regular and predictable in-person attendance is required for this position.
- Various other related duties as assigned.
Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent education and experience. Must have no more than 6 points on driving record. Must be able to successfully complete and to utilize a course in first aid techniques.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration: Must be 18 years of age. Must have and maintain a Michigan driver's license. Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License, class B designation with C, P and S endorsements, and pass the air brakes test, before the end of probationary period. Must have a good driving record at time of hire and throughout the term of employment. (Reasonable accommodation may be considered for the licensing requirement.)
Employment Date, Salary, and Fringe Benefits: Anticipated employment date is as soon as possible. Placement on Bus Attendant's salary schedule is dependent upon qualifications and experience. New employee starting hourly pay range is $17.10-$17.67. Newly hired attendants will be eligible for employer-paid health insurances ONLY for the employee. The employee will be eligible to pay the additional cost to add eligible family members through a deduction from the employee's pay; paid long-term disability and life insurance; paid sick and personal business days.
To Apply: Interested parties should go to our website, https://jcisd.workbrightats.com to complete an online application.