Bus Driver Trainee

Buncombe County Schools; Asheville (NC); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking dedicated individuals to train as school bus drivers. This role involves assisting experienced drivers in ensuring the safety and discipline of students during transportation. Candidates will have the opportunity to obtain their Class B CDL with P & S endorsements while working in a supportive environment. With flexible hours and the potential for benefits, this position is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact in their community. If you are passionate about safety and enjoy working with children, this is the opportunity for you!

Qualifications

• Must obtain NC DMV CDL Class B learner’s permit within 60 days.
• Complete behind-the-wheel training for Class B CDL license.

Responsibilities

• Assist bus driver with safety and discipline on the bus.
• Conduct pre/post-trip inspections and clean the bus daily.
• Learn bus routes and assist with loading/unloading passengers.

Skills

Class B CDL with P & S endorsements

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Position Type: Transportation/ Bus Driver

Date Posted: 1/24/2025

Location: Barnardsville Elementary School

Date Available: 02/03/2025

Closing Date: 02/24/2025

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

1. Perform all duties associated with training to be a school bus driver, including but not limited to:

• Successfully complete classroom and testing requirements to obtain NC DMV CDL Class B learner’s permit with P & S endorsements within 1st 60 days of employment.
• Successfully complete behind the wheel training required to obtain NC CDL Class B license with P and S endorsements.
• Successfully obtain Class B CDL with P & S endorsements within 1st 90 days of employment.
• Successfully passing the DOT physical.

Assist bus driver in making decisions pertaining to the bus and the safety of passengers.

Assist bus driver in assigning seats to students on the bus and preparing seating charts.

Assist bus driver in documenting all discipline problems and turning them into the Principal and/or Assistant Principal at assigned schools.

Assist bus driver in conducting pre/post-trip inspections.

Assist bus driver in cleaning bus daily.

Learn bus routes of all buses assigned to the school.

Assist with safe loading and unloading of passengers.

Assist driver with outside clearance when backing the bus.

Keeps students seated during bus route.

Ensure aisles are free of objects.

Assist with passenger safety during all aspects of bus transportation.

Special Requirements:

1. Must be eligible to obtain a School Bus Certification (driving record).
2. Employee will be moved to a School Bus Driver position within the BCS system once properly licensed.

Hours per Day: Varies, 2-4 hours on average

Months of Employment: 10

Position Type: Continuing

Level of Benefits: None. Benefits will be available upon completion of bus driver certification. Partial benefits if the position is 4+ hours or Full benefits if the position is 6+ hours.

Trainee Pay Range: $17.28 - $22.29 (Salary range is based on state service)

Bus Driver Pay Range: $19.56 - $25.08 (Salary range includes the 10.77 percent local supplement and is based on state service)

Minimum Degree Level: High School Diploma or Equivalent is desired.