School Bus Driver

BUS Driver -Full and Part-Time Positions Needed Immediately

$22.77/hour

You can be a part of a great organization that offers work/life balance and benefits while helping your community!

PAID Bus Driver Training

Paid Bus Driver Training to include $2,000 stipend after completion of eligible routes

Free student tuition for non-resident employees

Employees with children residing outside Forrestville Valley may have their children attend the district tuition free. This applies to both full and part-time employees.

Eligible for Full Time Benefits with Part Time Schedule

176 Workdays (School Attendance Days Only)

Eligible for IMRF Retirement Pension

Eligible for Health and Dental Insurance

Additional Extra-Curricular Activity Pay (Available for All Drivers)

Extra-Curricular Events vary from 3-7 hours and include academic and sporting events such as athletic games, FFA, band/music activities, and field trips

Free admission to extra-curricular activity

Start Date: Upon Completion of Training

General Description

Responsible for providing safe transportation for children to and from their drop off points.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Inspect bus before each trip; responsible for D.O.T. Pre‐trip Checklist.
• Transport children to and from school in a safe and timely fashion.
• Inspect bus after each run to make sure no children are left on the bus.
• Follow all loading and unloading procedures.
• Ensure Gasoline levels are monitored and consistently maintained.
• Maintain PMI maintenance.
• Maintain order on the bus; work with children and parents on good safety practices associated with bus operations.
• Perform any other assigned tasks relevant to the effective operation of the agency or assigned by supervisor.

Required Knowledge & Experience

• Valid Illinois CDL and School Bus Permit. (We can assist you with this.)
• Must pass all preliminary pre-hire requirements including but not limited to DOT Drug Testing, DOT & DCFS Physical Certification and Criminal Background Clearances.

Essential Job Functions

• Work environment‐ Must have the ability to work in an environment with a high noise level and considerable activity.

How to Apply

Please submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 references to:

S. Smith, Superintendent

Forrestville Valley School District #221

P.O. Box #665

Forreston, IL 61030

Phone: (815) 938-2036

Email: [email protected]

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $22.77 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person