About the position
At First Student, we are proud to offer a position as a Bus Monitor/Aide in Syracuse, NY. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of students during their transportation to and from school. As a Bus Monitor/Aide, you will be responsible for monitoring the welfare of passengers while on the bus, communicating any behavior problems to the driver, and assisting with the loading and unloading of students. You will also participate in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, ensuring that everything is in order before and after each route. Your responsibilities will include conducting emergency evacuations from the bus, which involves using the emergency exit doors, and maintaining cleanliness inside the bus. You will need to cooperate and communicate effectively with school personnel, students, and parents to create a positive and safe environment. This position requires early morning availability and the ability to manage high-stress situations effectively. First Student is committed to providing a rewarding work environment, and as part of a large family of over 60,000 employees, you will have tremendous career advancement opportunities. We prioritize safety and innovation, ensuring that our employees are equipped with the best training and technology in the transportation industry. Join us today and be part of a team that values dedication and customer service!
Responsibilities
- Knows the route and remains alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route
- Communicates behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver
- Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus
- Assists students in the loading and unloading process
- Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, students, and parents
- Attends all safety and training meetings
- Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door
- Opens and closes service doors and moves up and down steps multiple times daily
- Cleans the inside of the bus
- Assists driver when necessary to safely direct the vehicle backwards
Requirements
- Good verbal communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Early morning availability
- Judgement/problem solving skills
- Ability to manage high degrees of stress
Benefits
- Starting Pay - $21.00/HR
- Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities
- Positive and rewarding work environment
