Shuttle Driver

The Shuttle Driver is responsible for safely transporting passengers to their destinations while providing exceptional customer service. This role involves following scheduled routes, ensuring passenger safety, maintaining a clean and operational vehicle, and adhering to traffic and safety regulations.

Position Criteria:

• Valid Iowa driver’s license, required
• Class D (chauffeur) license with the "3" (passenger) endorsement, required
• School Bus Driver Authorization, may obtain after hire

Performance Criteria:

• Operate the bus safely and responsibly on assigned routes, following local, state and federal laws and regulations and organizational policies.
• Follow designated routes accurately, in accordance with time schedules and stops.
• Perform routine operator maintenance to including but not limited to: pre/post inspections, sweeping interior, wiping upholstery, cleaning windshields, reporting equipment defects and presenting bus for maintenance.
• Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment. Report any mechanical issues to the operations department.
• Greet and assist passengers withholding and uploading including those with special needs (e.g. wheelchair users in boarding and exiting the bus)
• Maintain a friendly, approachable attitude and respond to passenger inquiries in a polite manner.
• Enforce passenger safety rules, including the use of seatbelts (if applicable) and the restriction of unsafe behavior.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as appropriate.
• Adjust routes based on traffic conditions, weather, or emergency detours, and inform passengers of any significant changes.
• Communicate with dispatch or supervisors regarding route changes, delays, or any incidents.
• Monitor passengers to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Keep and handle all student information in a confidential manner.
• Handle emergency situations appropriately and calmly, including assisting passengers in the event of an accident or other incidents.
• Complete and maintain accurate records, including mileage logs, incident reports, and time sheets.
• Report accidents, traffic violations, or other safety-related incidents to supervisors.
• Participate in & complete all training pertaining to the job.
• Assist operations department as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits include:

• IPERS retirement account
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave

Successful candidates will need to complete a pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle check, and background check as part of the Waukee Community School District hiring process.