Job Description

DEFINITION OF POSITION:

To provide support to the Transportation Supervisor by assisting with all aspects of operating the transportation department including, but not limited to, ordering, correspondence, maintaining records, answering phones, computing data, and completing and submitting state reports. Perform minor repair, service, and maintenance of district school buses, vehicles and shop operations. Assist in routing and scheduling buses and district support vehicles as needed. Assist in the supervision and training of drivers.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Transportation Supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of three years of experience in the pupil transportation field or equivalent Possess a valid Washington State driver's license with Commercial Drivers License endorsements of class B, passenger, and air brake restriction removed and a Washington State School Bus Driver's Certificate Current first aid and CPR certification for adults, children and infants Ability to lift over 50 pounds

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of Pullman School District Transportation Operations Knowledge of safety standards, laws, codes, rules, regulations, and policies and procedures related to pupil transportation Ability to apply standard business management systems, equipment, and software programs Knowledge of bus maintenance procedures and management applications Experience as a trainer of school bus drivers

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assume all responsibilities of the Transportation Supervisor in their absence Assign drivers and buses to trip requests Assist in the training of bus drivers and type II drivers Assist in preparing reports (Personnel 1799 report, Type II driver report, etc.) as required Assist supervisor in developing routes, maps and related documents in conjunction with Transfinder Assist in the continuation and development of the driver training program Assist in the inspection of roads during inclement weather and advise district administrators regarding road hazards relative to school closures and/or delays Attend trainings as identified and required by supervisor Drive daily bus routes as needed Assist with the maintenance, repair and servicing of the district vehicle fleet Assist with shop operations including, but not limited to, scheduling, maintenance, record keeping, ordering parts and equipment, communicating with vendors, etc. Perform required preventive maintenance and regular internal bus safety inspections Assist with repairing, maintaining and servicing district buses and vehicles including distribution of support vehicles Assist with repairing and replacing seats, glass, sheet metal, latches, and other body components Operate equipment required for performing repairs and maintenance of motor vehicles Establish and direct regular equipment inspections, services, and maintenance schedules Provide recovery of disabled vehicles, perform minor road-side repairs, or tow disabled vehicles to the bus garage Complete vehicle maintenance forms and records (work orders, stock records, inventory of parts, etc.) Assist with the preparation of vehicles for state patrol inspection Assist in the cleaning and organization of the shop, parts room, and facility Work with colleagues in a collaborative manner and be a positive team builder Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work Maintain confidentiality Work positively with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization Work with a high level of energy Communicate clearly, both orally and in writing Work with minimal supervision and be flexible Perform other duties as assigned

TERMS OF THE CONTRACT:

Salary: Unrepresented Classified Employee Wage Schedule: $33.13 - $38.76 per hour


Length of Contract: 8 hours/day, 232 days/year


Benefits/Leaves: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as per board policy.



The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to school facilities to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, and Section 504 Coordinator, Director of Special Services, (509) 332-3144. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584.

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER