POOL-BUS DRIVER

Brevard Public Schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 27,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Brevard Public Schools is seeking a Pool-Bus Driver to transport students on scheduled routes within the South Area Transportation unit. This 9-month contract role requires operating a school bus safely for approximately 6 hours per day at the Melbourne location.

Applicants must have a Florida CDL Class B with P & S endorsements, pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check. The position emphasizes student safety and reliable route performance.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of licensed driving experience with fewer than five (5) infraction points in the preceding three (3) year period.
• Must pass DOT certified physical examination, pre-employment drug screen, and FDLE fingerprint-based background check prior to start date.
• High School Diploma/Equivalent
• CDL Class B with P and S Endorsements required within 30 days of hire; temporary permit acceptable until permanent license is issued.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and efficiently on scheduled routes and/or field trips.
• Ensure the safe operation of a school bus and student/passenger safety.
• Resolve emergency and non-emergency situations per guidelines.

Skills

Safe driving

Student safety

Emergency procedures

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

School/Center: SOUTH AREA TRANSPORTATION Location: 3200 Monroe St Melbourne Job Number: 000018 School Year: 2027 FY Position: POOL-BUS DRIVER Subtitle/Areas: BUS DRIVER POOL - SOUTH AREA TRANSPORTATION Apply By: 05/01/2027 Date Available: Status: All ApplicantsContract: 9 Month Hours/Day: 6.000 Qualifications/Certifications: PRIMARY FUNCTION Transport students safely and efficiently on scheduled routes and/or special events and field trips in and out of county. Responsible for the safe operation of a school bus and for ensuring the safety of students and other passengers while meeting established route schedules. Resolve emergency and non-emergency situations following established guidelines. EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: REQUIRED:

• Five (5) years of licensed driving experience with fewer than five (5) infraction points in the preceding three (3) year period (Provide Personal Motor Vehicle Record from the Tax Collector’s office with application for consideration).
• Additional requirements: Must pass DOT certified physical examination, pre-employment drug screen, and FDLE fingerprint-based background check prior to start date. PREFERRED/DESIRED:
• High School Diploma/Equivalent CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: REQUIRED:
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B license with P and S endorsement (within in 30 days of hire and maintained for continued employment)
• CDL Class B with P and S Endorsements Temporary Permit may be substituted at time of hire but must be replaced by a permanent License prior to expiration of the Temporary Permit. Please review the full job description at https://divisions.brevardschools.org/sites/humanresources/HR External/Approved Job Descriptions/9600_BUS DRIVER_R6306_07.22.19.pdf Job Type: Bus Driver Instructional Subject: N/A Support Personnel Area: N/A Career and Technology Ed Subject: N/A Coaching Activity: N/A