 The
top priority for a school transportation supervisor is
always safety. Along with getting students to and from
school without any mishaps, the supervisor is
responsible for making sure his staff of more than 80
employees (bus drivers, aides and mechanics) are
operating buses that are safe, driving on roads that are
safe, and receiving up-to-date bus training safety.
New Mohonasen
transportation supervisor Randy Jerreld was the head bus
driver at the Scotia-Glenville district prior to coming
to Mohonasen. He brings with him more than seven years
experience in school transportation and a strong desire
to keep Mohonasen's transportation department running
smoothly.
"In my short time
working here, I've learned that this department is a
well-oiled machine and the employees are very dedicated
to their jobs," he said. "But, there's always room for
improvement in every job." Toward that end, Jerreld has
already begun working on a thorough evaluation of the
department's procedures to look at areas for
improvement.
He's also determined to
attract more bus drivers to fill the many open positions
at Mohonasen.
"Finding bus drivers is
a real challenge—and not just for Mohonasen," he notes.
"The bus driver shortage is an industry-wide problem."
Anyone interested in becoming a Mohonasen bus driver is
encouraged to call Jerreld at 356-8260.
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