Bus Driver

The Frontier CSD Transportation Department will provide CDL training. Please contract Edward Strasser Jr. at 716-926-1705 or estrasser@frontiercsd.org

***PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:***

*1. Uses equipment properly in regard to safety of all persons and other vehicles at all times and in all places.*

*2. Ensure that your vehicle is roadworthy* *before* *each trip.*

*3. Is responsible for the safety, health and welfare of your passengers.*

*4. Constantly re-evaluates driving techniques to upgrade your ability to cope with the constantly changing driving environment.*

*5. Reports emergency procedures taken to parent and transportation office.*

*6. Reports behavior problems on forms provided to the principal and transportation office.*

*7. Reports mechanical defects on daily report sheets in the morning and afternoon.*

*8. Is responsible for the transfer and receiving of children.*

*9. Keeps bus clean and is sure bus is equipped with a full first aid kit, etc.*

*10. Instructs or informs children about safety practices when entering and leaving bus.*

*11. If unable to care for students in emergency situation, know where first aid, police stations, telephone and nearest hospitals are located.*

*12. Meets time schedules as required.*

*13. Keeps informed about any special handicaps of student passengers.*

*14. Maintains orderly conduct of children on bus.*

*15. Performs related work as required (i.e. fueling, snow removal from bus lights and windows, bus washing) and other duties as directed.*

**Job Qualifications**

***QUALIFICATIONS:*** *1. Must be eligible for a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with “P” for passenger and “S” endorsement for school bus endorsement issued by the New York State Department of Motor Vehicles.*

*2. Must possess the above stated license at the time of permanent appointment.*

*3. Must be at least 21 years of age, as per New York State Education Law.*

*4. Must have good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws.*

*5. Must have the ability to operate a bus under all driving and road conditions.*

*6. Must have the ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle.*

*7. Must have the ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.*

*8. Must have the ability to get along with children and command their respect.*

*9. Must have mechanical aptitude, mental alertness and dependability.*

*10. Must be able to write and speak clearly.*

*11. Must be able to perform basic arithmetic computations.*

*12. Must be in good physical condition.*

**Position Start Date:**03/23/2026

**Application Deadline:**04/30/2026

**Civil Service Title:** Bus Driver