Bus Driver

Nicholas County Schools; Carlisle (KY); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicholas County Schools in Carlisle, KY is seeking a full-time Bus Driver for 185 days per school year, 4 hours daily, with prorated pay if started mid-year. Operate a school bus on designated routes and ensure safe student transportation and daily inspections.

Requirements: high school diploma or GED, one year of vehicle operation experience, valid Kentucky Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement, School Bus Certificate, and driving record check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; progress toward GED acceptable where required by Kentucky law.
• One year of experience operating a motor vehicle.
• Knowledge of safety and student transportation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on designated routes and time schedules.
• Transport students to and from school, events and field trips.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and routine maintenance checks.

Skills

Safe driving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Details

Job ID: 4718576

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 16, 2024 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER

This is a full-time position, 185 days per school year; 4 hrs/day (Please note that depending on when your hired, days could be prorated for pay basedon start date).

BASIC FUNCTION:

Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky Law and one year experience in operation of a motor vehicle.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver’s license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $19.30 to $21.93 Per District Salary Schedule

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Alicia Hughes
• 395 West Main St.
• Carlisle, Kentucky 40311
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]