8 Hour Bus Operator S27-115

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking a School Bus Operator to operate school transportation vehicles as directed by the Director of Transportation. The role involves transporting students, performing routine safety inspections, and reporting needed repairs.

Required qualifications include a valid CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, physical fitness, and completion of specified training hours.

Qualifications

• Holds Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.
• Passes the required physical examination.
• Has three years of experience as a licensed driver and be at least 21 years of age.
• Passes the Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record Check.
• Passes the Drug/Alcohol Screening.
• Completes minimum 40 hours classroom and 12 hours behind-the-wheel training.
• Holds First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Holds a West Virginia School Bus Operator’s Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Obey all rules, regulations, and policies governing transportation of pupils.
• Transport students on a school bus for curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Routinely conduct safety inspections of the bus.
• Maintain oil, fluid, gas, etc. necessary for bus operation.
• Report and request needed repairs.
• Be familiar with assigned bus routes and other routes.
• Maintain safety and discipline on bus runs and trips.
• Respond to emergency situations as requested.
• Report any road situation affecting safety or completion of routes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Transportation or Supervisors.
• Acknowledge and sign the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Skills

CDL Class B

Endorsements: Passenger & School Bus

3+ years licensed driving

21+ years old

DMV driving record check

Drug/Alcohol screening

First Aid/CPR

WV School Bus Operator Certificate

Job description

Position Type: Bus Operator/Transportation/ Bus Operator

Date Posted: 9/11/2026

Location: Wayne County Schools Transportation

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position: School Bus Operator

Reports To: Director of Transportation

Job Description: The School Bus Operator is responsible for operating school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided by the West Virginia Board of Education.

Qualifications:

• Holds a Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
• Passes the required physical examination
• Has three years of experience as a licensed driver and be at least 21 years of age
• Passes the Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record Check
• Passes the Drug/Alcohol Screening
• Completes a minimum 40 hours of required classroom training and a minimum 12 hours of behind the wheel training.
• Holds First Aid/CPR Certification
• Holds a West Virginia School Bus Operator’s Certificate

Minimum Physical requirements:

• Able to lift material or children up to 50 lbs. and 50-100 lbs. with assistance.
• Ability to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, pull and push.
• Ability to assist physically challenged children.
• Must have clarity of vision, precise hand-eye coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Obey all rules, regulations, and policies governing the transportation of pupils as approved by the Wayne County Board of Education, State Department of Education, State Department of Public Safety, and the Department of Motor Vehicles.
• To transport students on a school bus for curricular and extracurricular activities.
• To routinely conduct safety inspections of the bus.
• To maintain oil, fluid, gas, etc. necessary for the successful operation of the bus.
• To report and request needed repairs.
• To be familiar with assigned bus route and have a general knowledge of other bus routes.
• To maintain safety and discipline on bus runs and trips.
• To respond to emergency situations as requested and/or required.
• To report any road situation that presents a safety issue or may prevent the bus run from being completed.
• To perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation and/or Supervisors.
• Must acknowledge and sign the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Work Habits:

• Maintains work habits that facilitate a positive work environment.
• Displays knowledge within assigned area(s) of responsibility.
• Maintains, completes and submits required reports, if applicable, in a timely fashion.
• Maintains and/or upgrades skills within area(s) of responsibility.
• Follows county rules and regulations.
• Performs duties efficiently and productively.
• Maintains a high quality of work.
• Displays behaviors that enhance the development of students.

Length of Employment:

205 Days

Salary

Pay Grade……D