Sub On-Call Bus Driver

Substitute On-Call Bus Driver
We will train you to get your CDL! After receiving your CDL, you will receive a $500 bonus!
The Substitute Bus Driver will provide safe and reliable transportation for students, staff, and community members to will provide safe and reliable transportation for students, staff, and community members to various school-related activities. This position maintains positive interpersonal relationships with students, parents, peers, and community members and provides the best possible opportunities for student development and growth, both educationally and personally.
Reporting Relationships:
Reports to: Transportation Manager
Direct Reports: This is a non-supervisory position.
Compensation:
This is a part-time, on-call, 10-month position. The hourly pay range is $27.00-$38.07 per hour depending upon experience. This position is eligible for benefits. See a detailed outline of benefits and additional compensation at the bottom of the job description.
Essential Functions:

• Performs state-required inspection of the bus prior to each trip.
• Reports any and all vehicle malfunction, defect, or concern to the Transportation Supervisor immediately.
• Follows all federal, state, and local laws for transporting students.
• Transports students to and from school and/or field trips per the school-provided route and schedule in a safe and secure manner.
• Treats all students calmly and respectfully.
• Records and reports student incidents as they occur on the route or at designated stops
• Accurately records mileage per procedures defined by the supervisor.
• Ensures maintenance and cleaning schedules are completed.
• Checks bus after each run for students and/or left behind items.
• Ensures bus is properly parked and locked inside the Pinnacle gate prior to leaving

Additionally:

• Be present and engage in Pinnacle functions and organizations to build strong relationships with students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Maintain and deepen current educational learning on an ongoing basis.
• Regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Abilities, Knowledge, Qualifications, and Skills:

• Must possess a valid Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with an S endorsement
• Ability to communicate while appreciating the diverse background of students, parents, peers, and the community.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Commitment to mission and vision of the school.
• Creative and flexible in time of change.
• Demonstrated success as an innovator of creative solutions at work.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization skills.
• Experience with second language learners.
• Growth-oriented approach; always looking for ways to improve professionally.
• Professional appearance, attitude, and demeanor.

Working Conditions:
Exposure/Noise Level: Occasional exposure to airborne particles, fumes, and outdoor weather conditions. Normal school bus environment with moderate to high noise level.
Mental Functions: Analyze, communicate, compare, coordinate, decide, evaluate, interpersonal skills, report, synthesize.
Physical Activities: Bus and office environments including computer interface. Bend, drive, reach, sit, stand, stoop, talk, walk, and heavy person-to-person interaction with students, parents, peers, and community members.
Weight and Force Demands : Moderate physical activity (lifting, pulling, and pushing up to 30 pounds).
Other: May be required to work outside of normal working hours and travel for work related functions.
Note: In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, during the 2021-2022 school year, school staff are critical employees and are expected to perform work on campus as required.
Why work for Pinnacle?
As a member of the Pinnacle PACK, you will have the opportunity to be influential every day and make an impact in the lives of our students and our larger community! Our team and school community are diverse and we embrace that diversity as an encouraging, friendly, open, and supportive team and school. We invest in our team members by providing a balanced, growth-oriented, and supportive work environment, while helping you achieve your career goals within and beyond Pinnacle. Additionally, we offer a robust, comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, and AD&D plans (100% employer paid for the employee)!
• Participation in the Colorado Public Schools Retirement System PERA (click HERE to learn more)!
• PERA 401K, 403B, and Roth IRA retirement options!
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to include Healthcare and Dependent Care!
• Voluntary life insurance for employees and dependents!
• Short and Long Term Disability!
• Colonial add-ons to include accident, critical illness, and hospital plans!
• Employee Assistance Program with up to four free counseling sessions!

If you want to be part of a caring, supportive community and make a difference as part of the Pinnacle PACK, apply now!
About Pinnacle:
Pinnacle Charter School has served the community for more than 20 years. Authorized by the Colorado Charter School Institute, the Pinnacle is a Title I K-12 school supporting more than 2,000 students in achieving excellence in all aspects of their lives. The K-8 building is located at 1001 West 84th Avenue, Federal Heights, CO. The high school is located at 8412 Huron Street, Thornton, CO. For more information visit
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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug free work environment. We participate in E-Verify as part of our onboarding process.