Bus Driver

Paulding County High School; Dallas (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Paulding County High School is seeking a qualified school bus driver to safely transport students and ensure vehicle maintenance. Ideal candidates must possess a valid Georgia Driver's License and CDL, along with CPR certification. Physical stamina and adherence to safety regulations are essential for maintaining a safe and disciplined environment on the bus.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Valid Georgia Driver's License and CDL required.
• Must hold or be eligible for CPR/First Aid certification.
• Ability to pass state-required screenings.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and efficiently along designated routes.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain bus cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Knowledge of laws and policies

Vehicle operation and maintenance

First aid

Education

Georgia Driver's License

Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

CPR/First Aid card

Job description

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Georgia Driver's License and a Georgia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to qualify for a Georgia CDL of appropriate class with Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsement.
• Must hold or be eligible for a valid CPR/First Aid card.
• Must pass state-required drug screening.
• Must pass an annual physical examination.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications that the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

The Paulding County School District reserves the right to accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Physical Demands:

• Sitting for extended periods.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Reaching, pulling, and pushing to operate air brake.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to inspect buses.
• Climbing steps.
• Reaching overhead, above the shoulders, or horizontally.
• Seeing to monitor passengers and operate a vehicle.
• Lifting a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Repetitive pushing with right leg to operate brake.
• Ability to physically perform evacuation of the bus in an emergency.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Knowledge of laws, policies, and procedures as stated in the Driver Reference Guide.
• Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of school buses to transport students safely and efficiently.
• Performs daily pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Knowledge of the preparation of records and reports related to the assignment.
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures pertaining to student discipline.
• Operate a school bus along a designated route.
• Picks up and discharges general and special education students according to schedule.
• Ensure compliance with traffic and student transportation laws, codes, and regulations.
• Maintain order and discipline among passengers and at bus stops.
• Maintain bus in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Refuel and prepare vehicle for operation.
• Assist handicapped students with boarding, sitting, and leaving the bus safely.
• Meet scheduled departure and arrival times.
• Administer first aid as needed.
• Note: The district does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability.
• Vacancies posted for at least ten (10) days; emergency vacancies for at least five (5) days.
• The district uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

About the company

Paulding County High School is a public secondary school located in Paulding County, Georgia.

Notice

Talentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities. Contact: [e-mail] or 407-000-0000.

Legal: New hires must complete Form I-9 and provide proof of identity and work eligibility. Applicants may request alternative processes for assessments or accommodations.