Bus Driver Multiple Positions ACSD Apply 6152026 9112026

Alabaster City Schools; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a qualified Bus Driver to ensure the safe transportation of students. This role requires a high school diploma, a valid commercial driver's license, and adherence to safety regulations. Responsibilities include observing traffic laws, maintaining the bus, and conducting regular drills. Successful candidates must pass a physical examination every two years and comply with the school's policies to promote safety and professionalism in the workplace.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (GED) and academic competency in basic skills.
• Valid license to drive a school bus and an Alabama driver's license.
• Must successfully pass the Alabama School Bus Driver Physical or DOT Medical Exam Report every two years.
• Physical examination every two years as required by policy.
• Flexible to qualified alternatives per Board policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation of students according to all regulations.
• Observe all traffic laws and demonstrate a professional appearance.
• Conduct bus evacuation drills and maintain student management.
• Remain drug and alcohol free in the workplace and comply with testing.
• Be regular and punctual and manage substitutions.
• Maintain student management and report incidents.
• Cooperate with staff to solve discipline problems.
• Conduct bus evacuation drills as required.
• Transport authorized passengers, follow schedule and route.
• Discharge students at authorized stops.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Maintain communication with supervisors.
• Check bus for defects and unattended students.
• Report accidents and damages immediately.
• Submit reports timely.
• Maintain confidentiality of school information.
• Assist with other transportation duties as assigned.

Skills

Traffic law knowledge

Ability to work with children

Time management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Valid commercial driver's license

Commercial driver's license

Job description

GENERAL POSTING FOR POSSIBLE VACANCIES FOR THE 2025-2026 SY

ALABASTER CITY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: BUS DRIVER

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school graduate or equivalent (GED) and academic competency in basic skills.
2. Valid license to drive a school bus and an Alabama driver's license.
3. Valid commercial driver's license.
4. Physical every two years (or sooner as prescribed by physician) such health and age requirement as the Board may require.
5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

REPORTS TO:

• Transportation Supervisor
• Assistant Principal

JOB GOAL: To provide for the safe transportation of students.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Observe all traffic laws, safety regulations, policies, and procedures regarding school buses in accordance with Federal, State, and local government agencies, and the policies of the Alabaster City Schools Board of Education.
2. Demonstrates the ability to work with school age children.
3. Keep a professional appearance and perform duties in a manner that will promote good public relations.
4. Ability to remain both drug and alcohol free in the workplace and be subject to random drug and alcohol testing according to Alabaster City Schools policy.
5. Be regular and punctual in attendance and follow correct procedure for signing in daily and securing substitutes.
6. Maintains appropriate student management and reports student incidents to the appropriate supervisors.
7. Cooperate with the Assistant Principal, Transportation Supervisor, and parents to solve discipline problems.
8. Conduct bus evacuation drills in accordance with approved procedure.
9. Transport authorized passengers only, follow the assigned time schedule, and route.
10. Discharge students at authorized stops only.
11. Keeps assigned bus clean by daily sweeping and periodic washing.
12. Maintains effective communication with supervisors through the daily use of communication devices provided by Alabaster City Schools.
13. Check bus before and after each operation for mechanical defects, unattended students, and any items left on the bus.
14. Notify proper authority in case of mechanical failure and/or late arrival.
15. Keep bus properly fueled at all times.
16. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, and student injuries immediately should they occur.
17. Complete and submit all required reports and documentation in a timely manner.
18. Maintains and implements the established rules and procedures for transportation.
19. Maintain confidentiality of any school system business.
20. Maintain proper and professional relationship with students and other employees.
21. Assume other transportation related duties as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES and REQUIREMENTS:

Must successfully pass the Alabama School Bus Driver Physical or DOT Medical Exam Report once every two years.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 184 days at appropriate salary schedule.

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy.

SALARY: Appropriate placement on current salary schedule.