2026-2027 Bus Drivers

Wayne County Public Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne County Public Schools in North Carolina seeks a Bus Driver to transport students safely along a designated route on a strict timetable, supporting curriculum and extracurricular activities.

The role requires a valid NC driver's license with CDL P and S endorsements, good communication, map-reading skills, and strict adherence to safety regulations. Ten-month term, with hourly pay ranging roughly from $17.32 to $22.33.

Qualifications

• Requires valid North Carolina driver's license and CDL with P and S endorsements.
• Ability to read a map and follow a route.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and district policies.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all traffic ordinances.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keeps the assigned bus clean.
• Keeps to the assigned schedule.
• Checks the bus for mechanical defects before operation.
• Notifies authorities of delays or mechanical issues.
• Discharges students at authorized stops.
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
• Stays current with state rules and regulations related to driving and transporting students.

Skills

NC license

CDL class P&S

Map reading

Safety awareness

Job description

Bus Driver

Wayne County Public Schools

Job Description

Title: Bus Driver

Qualifications:

• Valid North Carolina driver's license and CDL with P and S endorsements.

Reports To: TIMS Coordinator/ Principal

Job Goal: To provide safe and efficient transportation of students over a specified route, according to a time schedule, for curriculum and extracurricular activities.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Complies with all traffic ordinances.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains discipline when students are on the bus.
• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keep the assigned bus clean.
• Keep to the assigned schedule.
• Check the bus before each operation for mechanical defects.
• Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
• Stays current with state rules and regulations pertaining to driving and transporting students.
• Performs related duties and responsibilities as requested by the Director.

Terms of Employment: Ten-month work year/At Will/FLSA NonExempt

Starting Salary and/or Grade: Grade Busdriver: ($17.32 - $22.33 per hour)

Evaluation:Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board and local policy on evaluation of personnel.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to read a map.
• Ability to pass State Skill Test, State Written Test, Department of Transportation, physical, and MDE Basic Training Program.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and BOE policies.
• Ability to continuously drive on the job.
• Vision abilities of close vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.
• Ability to work in a frequently loud work environment.
• Ability to meet deadlines with severe time constraints and interact with the public and other workers.
• Ability to jump out of rear bus door or side bus door as needed for evacuation.
• Physical ability (able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally) and dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities