School Bus Driver

JOB SUMMARY

QualificationMinimum Secondary School Certificate (KCSE) or equivalent.Valid Public Service Vehicle (PSV) Driving License.Valid Certificate of Good Conduct.Valid Defensive Driving Certificate (preferred).Valid First Aid Certificate (preferred).Clean driving record with no serious traffic violations.Minimum 3–5 years of professional bus driving experience.Experience driving school buses or passenger buses is highly preferred.Experience working in a school or with children is an advantage.Safe and defensive driving skillsStrong sense of responsibility and reliabilityGood communication skillsPatience and ability to work with childrenPunctuality and time managementProblem-solving in emergency situationsProfessional conduct and integrityDocumentation and ReportingComplete and submit daily route logs and inspection checklists.Report accidents, incidents, student misconduct, or mechanical problems immediately.Maintain valid driving credentials and ensure they are upto date at all times.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Safely transport students on assigned routes to and from school according to the established timetable and route.Ensure students board and disembark the bus in a safe and orderly manner.Ensure that everyone in the bus remain seated while the bus is in motion.Ensure that only authorized passengers use the bus service.Assist younger students when boarding or alighting if necessary.Ensure students cross the road safely when exiting the bus where applicable.Maintain appropriate discipline on the bus and report behavioural issues to the Transport Manager.Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections including brakes, lights, tyres, mirrors,emergency exits, fire extinguisher, and first aid kit.Ensure seat belts are used appropriately by students.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Bus driving (bus, minibus, coach), Driving license Class B, C, E - light vehicles & heavy commercial vehicles, Vehicle maintenance and repair, Traffic laws and regulations

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Vocational school