Bus Driver (District Wide)

Richland County School District One; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Richland County School District One seeks a Bus Driver for district-wide routes in Columbia, SC. The role requires a valid Class B CDL with endorsements and a high school diploma.

You will drive students to and from school, perform daily inspections, and maintain safety and discipline on routes. Assigned to the Transportation Department, this non-exempt, 180-day position offers stable hours with responsibilities including route planning, records submission, and safety compliance throughout the

Qualifications

• Must possess valid state class "B" CDL driver's license with appropriate endorsements.

Responsibilities

• Drives school bus to transport students to and from school and field trips.
• Performs safety inspections of bus before starting the engine.
• Maintains student behavior and enforces bus rules as required.

Skills

CDL license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Richland County School District One Richland County School District One - Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

Bus Driver (District Wide)

Richland County School District One Richland County School District One - Columbia, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5956111

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 09, 2026 3:25 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Richland County School District One, South Carolina Classification Description

Title: Bus Driver
FLSA: Non-exempt
180 Days
Salary: $19,948.50 - $41,616.00

General Statement of Job

Under general supervision, drives school bus to safely transport assigned public school students to and from school in a timely manner. Reports to the Transportation Supervisor.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Drives school bus to safely transport assigned public school students to and from school and field trip destinations in a timely manner, following all applicable laws, policies and regulations.
• Conducts safety inspections of bus before starting engine.
• Ensures safety of children by securing wheelchairs and enforcing bus rules.
• Makes student seat assignments and maintain student manifest; assists with determining bus routes and completing maps.
• Completes and submits daily mileage and student attendance records.
• Reports to county or school office of late arrival of a bus.
• Maintains order, control, and plans for emergency situations or evacuations.
• Maintains the cleanliness of assigned bus and submits maintenance requests as needed.
• Monitors student behavior and completes and submits disciplinary forms as appropriate; follows through with telephone calls, parent conferences, police reports and court appearances as necessary.
• Interacts and communicates with the immediate supervisor and department staff, District staff, students, and parents.
• Complies with all federal laws, state statutes, Board policies, administrative rules, and directives.

Additional Duties

• May train other bus drivers, provide orientation sessions, prepare and submit training verification reports, and issue permits.
• May monitor finances including but not limited to billing, submitting bill records to schools and finance department.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Education and Training

Requires a high school diploma supplemented by a good driving record and required training, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess valid state class "B" CDL driver's license with appropriate endorsements; may require specialized training for transporting handicapped passengers.

Minimum Qualifications and Standards Required

Physical Requirements

Must be physically able to operate a school bus. Must be able to exert up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting and driving most of the time. Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of up to fifty pounds.

Data Conception

Requires the ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable functional, structural or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.

Interpersonal Communications

Requires the ability of speaking and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving directions to students and receiving assignments and/or directions from supervisor.

Language Ability

Requires the ability to read a variety of policy and procedures manuals, maps, driver handbooks, regulations, etc. Requires the ability to prepare various logs and reports accurately. Requires the ability to speak with and before others with clarity, voice control and confidence.

Intelligence

Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form, and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in or from standardized situations. Requires the ability to make routine independent judgments in absence of supervision and to acquire knowledge of topics related to primary occupation. Must have the ability to comprehend and interpret received information.

Verbal Aptitude

Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow verbal and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with persons of varying educational backgrounds.

Numerical Aptitude

Requires the ability to add and subtract totals, to multiply and divide, and to determine time.

Form/Spatial Aptitude

Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape, and visually read various information.

Motor Coordination

Requires the ability to coordinate hands and eyes in operating motor vehicles.

Manual Dexterity

Requires the ability to handle a variety of items, control knobs, buttons, switches, catches, etc. Must have moderate levels of eye/hand/foot coordination.

Color Discrimination

Requires the ability to differentiate colors and shades of color.

Interpersonal Temperament

Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing in uncomfortable physical conditions and under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.

Physical Communications

Requires the ability to talk and/or hear (talking: expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words; hearing: perceiving nature of sounds by ear).

Performance Evaluation Criteria?

Job Knowledge

Has thorough knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the Transportation Department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Bus Driver. Is knowledgeable in the laws, ordinances, standards and regulations pertaining to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Has knowledge of the organization of the department and of related departments and agencies. Has knowledge of the functions and interrelationships of Richland District One. Has the ability to offer assistance to co-workers and employees of other departments as required. Has the ability to use independent judgment as needed in performing routine tasks. Is able to take the initiative to complete the duties of the position without the need of direct supervision. Is able to read and interpret maps, policy manuals, and related materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Knows how to prepare various reports, lists, etc. Has knowledge of the terminology used within the department. Knows how to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, students, co-workers and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Is able to drive with skill and care, despite noise and other distractions. Knows how to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Has the mathematical ability to handle required calculations. Has the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Has knowledge of the standard tools, materials and practices of the trade. Has skills in the care and use of required