Bus Driver Trainee and Bus Driver Regular (Paid CDL Training Available)

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Muscogee County School District is seeking a Bus Driver to transport students on scheduled routes and special trips in Columbus, GA. A high school diploma or GED, valid driver’s license, and completion of Bus Driver Training with S and P endorsements are required.

Applicants must be 21+ with three years of driving experience and must pass DOT physical and driving history checks. Responsibilities include safe operation of the bus, orderly loading/unloading, and ensuring student safety; training

Qualifications

• Written and oral communication skills required.
• Must maintain a good driving history and comply with DOT/MCSD guidelines.
• Requires completing Bus Driver Training and obtaining S (School Bus) and P (Passenger) endorsements.
• Must be 21 years or older with a minimum of three years regular driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses on scheduled routes and special trips.
• Ensure safe loading/unloading of students and safe vehicle operation.
• Respond to incidents or emergencies and maintain professional conduct.
• Demonstrate prompt, regular attendance for training and duties.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Professional appearance

Attendance

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Transporting students over scheduled routes to or from assigned education center or special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in safe operating condition and ensuring safety of students during transport, loading and unloading from buses.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Educational Level:

High School Diploma or GED is preferred.

2. Certification/License Requirement:

Must have a valid Driver’s License.

Upon completion of Bus Driver Training, applicant must have, or pass, a written examination for Commercial Driver’s License. All applicants must have, or obtain the ‘S’ (School Bus) and ‘P’ (Passenger) Endorsements.

3. Experience:

Must be at least 21 years of age and have a minimum of three years regular driving experience; Commercial Driving experience is preferred. Must have a good driving history. (Must provide consent for MCSD to obtain a Motor Vehicle Driving Report.)

4. Physical Activities:

Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities. Must meet DOT physical requirements for bus driver.

5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Written and oral communication; Pre-employment and annual physical examination; must successfully complete Bus Driver Training Program in accordance with Pupil Transportation, Georgia Department of Education and Department of Transportation guidelines provided by Muscogee County School District Transportation Department, train on the bus with students and without students; must obtain ‘S’ and ‘P’ endorsements to be eligible for a Bus Driver position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance for all scheduled training classes.
• The following must be completed in order to be considered for a Bus Driver position: In accordance with Pupil Transportation, Georgia Department of Education and Department of Transportation successful completion of classroom training, train on the Bus without students, complete and pass road test on MCSD buses, and train on the Bus with students.
• Presents professional appearance.
• Has ability to drive any make and become a model bus driver in the transportation fleet.
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) to determine a resolution and/or recommending a resolution to the situation.
• Special Education Lift Bus Only: Operates wheelchair lift and secures door on lift during transport.
• Special Education Lift Bus Only: Performs necessary tie downs for wheelchairs and seat security devises for students.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.

The Muscogee County School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.