Vehicle Technology Specialist / School Bus Driver at Lake County Schools Consortium

• Operate the school bus in a safe and effective manner in order to minimize the risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.
• Dependable attendance is an essential function for this position.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Maintain schedules and maintain order on the school bus.
• Follow all district transportation protocols and procedures.
• Ensure the bus is safely and securely stored.
• Operate two-way radio and telephone
• Review the bus video-audio monitoring systems on district vehicles.
• Provides selected footage to principals as required.
• Monitor school bus videos to ensure the systems are working properly.
• Maintain video surveillance and GPS systems. Update calendar, time, etc. on systems.
• Coordinate repairs for GPS and video surveillance systems.
• Assist families with issues related to MyView (school bus tracking system)
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent; any combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, abilities, and skills to perform job functions.
• Must have ability to use computer, telephone, two-way radio, and fax/copy machine.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and follow data privacy rules and regulations related to students and staff and maintain confidentiality.

• Experience with working with school bus surveillance systems (or open to training)
• Experience working with GPS, school bus tracking and family notification systems
• Experience in student transportation

• Illinois CDL w/School Bus Endorsement (or ability to obtain one)
• Illinois School Bus Permit (or ability to obtain one)
• First Aid and CPR Certificate (or ability to obtain one)

• Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, regulations, recommendations, codes, best practices, and statutes.
• District policy, procedures, organization structure and school requirements.
• Reading and writing English communication skills.
• School bus safety procedures.

• Ability to work in all different weather conditions including extreme cold and extreme heat
• Climbing up to a 3-foot height up to six times a day
• Reaching arms distance multiple times a day, walking up to 30 minutes a day on distance up to 100 feet at a time.
• Sitting five hours per day on a cushioned bus seat while operating a school bus.

Starting Pay: $26.79 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Benefits Include:
Medical (employer covers  94 - 100% depending on choice)
Dental
Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance 
IMRF Pension
Sick and Personal Days