Bus Driver Harris Road Middle School

Harris Road Middle; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 23,501 - 36,726; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Concord, North Carolina is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to transport students safely. The ideal candidate will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, ensure passenger safety, and maintain a clean bus.

Requirements include a valid commercial driver’s license, at least one year of driving experience, and meeting various health and safety standards. This full-time position offers an hourly wage ranging from $17.06 to $26.66.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of driving experience as a licensed operator.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid commercial driver's license with Passenger and School Bus endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre- and post-trip school bus inspection.
• Transport students to and from school.
• Maintain safety and discipline on the bus.
• Record mileage and maintain records.

Skills

Driving a school bus

Knowledge of local geography

Ability to maintain discipline

Ability to read and write

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Commercial driver's license

Job description

Job Description

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.06 to $26.66 Per Hour

Reports to: School Bus Supervisor/Transportation Planner

Essential Functions:

• Performs pre- and post-trip school bus inspection; reports operating and equipment deficiencies.
• Transports students to and from school, along with other activities and events.
• Cleans bus inside and out including washing as needed, sweeping, emptying trash, etc.
• Obeys traffic laws and observes safety regulations for school bus operations.
• Ensures passenger safety; maintains discipline on bus; completes disciplinary forms as needed.
• Conducts periodic emergency evacuation drills.
• Records mileage; maintains records and reports.
• Performs related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of operating a school bus, the geography of the District and local streets, and the safe operation of a school bus.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to detect malfunctioning equipment relative to school bus operation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, associates, students, parents, and the general public.

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; sitting, speaking, hearing, using hands, repetitive motions, and occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting.
• Standard vision requirements; vocal communication required for expressing or exchanging ideas and conveying instructions accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Visual inspection involving small defects and/or parts; operation of machines, motor vehicles or equipment; observation of surroundings and activities.
• Working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to outdoor weather conditions, vibration, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, bloodborne pathogens; may require specialized personal protective equipment.
• Work could be in a moderately noisy location.

Special Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Register in the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Clearinghouse.
• Valid commercial driver's license with Passenger and School Bus endorsement in the State of North Carolina.
• Pre-employment DOT Drug Test required.
• Pre-employment Criminal/DMV check required.
• Physical Standards Test and all legal requirements of the NC DMV and Cabarrus County Schools.
• Clear criminal background check and safe driving record.
• Health Certificate required.
• Depending on the school/site, must hold or be eligible for a NC Dept. of Health and Human Services Child Care Criminal Background Check and approval letter.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or GED preferred. Applicant must have at least 1 year of driving experience as a licensed operator of a motor vehicle or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be 18 years of age.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required for this job.

Contact Information

• Kristi Proctor, HR Transportation Specialist
• Email: [e-mail]