Bus Driver at JH Rose High School (AM/ PM Route) Approx 4 hours

Pitt County Schools; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitt County Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to transport students in accordance with federal, state, and district policies. The role requires maintaining student safety, following the school code of conduct, and performing routine bus inspections.

A CDL with the school bus S restriction and NC certifications are required. Starting pay is listed; probationary periods apply, with responsibilities including daily inspections, logs, and participation in training and workshops.

Qualifications

• Must meet NC School Bus certification requirements and district policy.
• Ability to operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with staff, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally.
• Maintain order and discipline on the bus according to policy.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report defects.
• Comply with all federal, state and local rules and policies.
• Maintain logs and complete required reports.
• Participate in training and workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

School bus operations

Safety awareness

Customer service

Communication skills

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with school bus S restriction

Medical exam & physical evaluation clearance

Job description

Pitt County Schools Job Description

Starting Pay: BD $17.81 (subject to changes)

Position Title: School Bus Driver

Reports To: Bus Supervisor

Supervises: No One

General Statement of Duties: Performs duties of transporting students in accordance with Federal Laws, State Laws, and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to meet legal and physical requirements of North Carolina School Bus Certification and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.
• Ability to operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels; (i.e., administrative, parents, students and the general public).
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations
• Ability to earn the respect of students of all ages and deal sensitively with their needs

Education And Special Skills Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), with a school bus "S" restriction.
• Must be able to successfully complete a medical examination, meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools.
• Must be able to successfully complete Physical Performance Evaluation, meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools.

Term of Employment: 180 days (School Year Calendar)

Probationary Periods: Initial employment 90 days

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally
• Maintain order and discipline of students assigned to the school bus in accordance to the Pitt County Board of Education Policy pertaining to the Discipline and School Code of Conduct.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus notifying the transportation department immediately of defects before the bus is moved, except to prevent immediate injury or loss of life.
• Complies with all Federal Laws, State Laws and Local Rules, Regulations and Policies.
• Maintains logs and completes reports as requested
• Participates in training and workshops
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.