Bus Driver (South Fulton)

Fulton Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a qualified school bus driver to transport students and authorized riders on regular and special routes, following local/state policies and schedules. The role demands safe operation, pre-trip checks, and clear communication with staff and students.

The ideal candidate holds a valid CDL B with required endorsements, agrees to pre-employment screening, and has at least 2 years of driving history with a strong safety record.

Qualifications

• Requires valid CDL B with Passenger, Air Brake and School Bus endorsements.
• Pre-employment drug testing, physicals, and annual physical required.
• Minimum of 2 years driving experience with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operates school buses safely on routes prescribed by Transportation Department.
• Pre-trip inspection of vehicle and equipment is completed.
• Maintains orderly conduct of student passengers and reports unsafe acts.

Skills

Excellent driving record

Dependable

Good communication

Job description

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Operates school buses safely under all types of weather conditions; Transports students and other authorized persons to and from school on regular, special education, and Magnet routes; Makes extracurricular trips as authorized by the local school system

• Operates the vehicle in a safe and efficient manner on a route prescribed by the Transportation Department
• Conducts thorough pre-trip inspection of the vehicle and any special equipment
• Maintains orderly conduct of student passengers
• Reports unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver
• Operates the vehicle in accordance with the laws of the state of Georgia and the policies of the state and local board of education
• Provides maximum safety for passengers while on the bus and during loading and unloading
• Maintains routes and schedules as planned by the local school system personnel
• Delivers bus to vehicle maintenance facility as directed by schedule, supervisory personnel, or vehicle maintenance personnel
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills as required by local school system
• Completes legible and accurate required reports in the prescribed manner
• Keeps the assigned bus clean and sanitary at all times
• Communicates effectively with the school staff and public
• Attends all safety meetings
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

None required

Certification/Licensure

Must have a valid CDL B with Passenger, Air Brake and School Bus endorsements

Successful completion of pre-employment and random drug testing

Successful completion of pre-employment physical

Annual physical examination with result clearance

Must successfully complete abbreviated Bus Driver Training Program provided by Fulton County Schools Transportation Department

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years driving experience required; Exemplary driving record classified as no more than 2 moving violations in current 7 year driving history

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent driving record
• Must be dependable
• Good communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

• Extreme weather conditions to include heat, cold, wet and/or humid conditions
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals
• Risk of electrical shock

Physical Demands

• Sitting for prolonged period of time
• Lifting, bending, kneeling, crouching , reaching
• Upper and lower body mobility
• Ability to lift equipment and/or student weighing 40 pounds

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.

Fulton County Schools - 6201 Powers Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30339 - 470-254-3600