Bus Preparation Specialist

ROCKFORD PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT #205

Job Description 

Job Title:Bus Preparation Specialist

Job Code: 5545

Department: Transportation 

Supervisor: Senior Shop Manager

Date: December 1, 2022

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

COMPENSATION RANGE: $17.05-$18.73 Per Hour

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:Check vehicles fluids on a daily basis prior to operation of routes and other uses, also fuel vehicles as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In addition to the requirements listed below, regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

1. Ensures that all actions are in concert with the Board policies as well as the mission statement, beliefs, objectives and parameters found in the Board's strategic plan.
2. Participates in job training and professional growth opportunities in order to enhance ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
3. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
4. Checks fluid levels in all district vehicles directed by shop manager, adds necessary fluids in a low situation and reports to either shop foreman or manager.
5. Records the amount of fluids added to each vehicle to on a daily check sheet provided by the district.
6. Opens and secures gates of the compound at the start or conclusion of each work day.
7. Required to pump fuel
   1. Requires knowledge of GasBoy entry system
   2. Entering miles, overriding errors, etc
8. Required to operate bus wash system
   1. Knowledge of how to operate bus wash to prevent damage to bus abd bus wash
9. Hand wash and/or power portions of bus which bus wash does not reach
10. Repairs seat upholstery when necessary as directed by manager or foreman
11. Changes oil and filters on all transportation vehicles directed by manager or foreman.
12. Work with mechanics to ensure all buses for current month are inspected
13. Installs license plates and stickers when directed to do so.
14. Keeps shop vehicle in a clean manner after daily use.
15. May operate a school bus on a route only on an emergency basis as needed

16. May be required to transport District vehicles to and from outside repair sites and/or to State inspection test lanes

     

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to demonstrate qualities aligned to our core values of Character, Communication, Collaboration and Continuous Improvement.

WORK CALENDAR: 10 or 12 Months

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Moderate in-district travel as well as intermittent in-state and out-of-state travel. Intermittent prolonged and irregular hours of work.

A COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDING: 

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Paid Sick and Personal time
• Paid holidays
• Membership in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• Optional 403(b) plan
• Employee assistance program (EAP) 

Collective Bargaining Agreement: Rockford Building Maintenance Association

OTHER: This job description describes duties and responsibilities which are representative of the nature and level of work assigned to the position. The identified duties and responsibilities are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position. 

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the schoo