Bus Driver - Transportation North

Transportation North; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 28,240; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Jackson, Mississippi is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students. This full-time role requires a valid Type B commercial driver’s license with appropriate endorsements and ensures compliance with traffic laws and safety regulations. The position offers an hourly rate of $20.50 and requires flexibility to respond to various driving situations. Candidates must pass physical, mental, and background checks.

Qualifications

• Must meet all physical and mental health requirements as established by Mississippi law and the Jackson Public School Board.
• Must be able to manage student behavior on the bus.

Responsibilities

• Obey all traffic laws while driving students.
• Maintain discipline and safety among students on the bus.
• Conduct pre-operation checks for mechanical defects.
• Report undisciplined students and accidents accurately.
• Transport only authorized students to designated stops.

Skills

Valid Type B commercial driver’s license with passenger and school bus endorsement

Ability to perform duties in stressful situations

Insurability by district insurance carrier

Pass police record check

Pass drug screening test

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate issued by State Department of Education

Job description

Bus Driver - Transportation North

Jackson Public Schools MS Transportation North - Jackson, Mississippi Open in Google Maps

Job Details

• Job ID: 4952042
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jan 24, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Bus Driver

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Type B commercial driver’s license with a passenger and school bus endorsement
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Certificate issued by State Department of Education
• Must meet all physical and mental health requirements as established by Mississippi law and the Jackson Public School Board
• Must be insurable by district insurance carrier
• Must pass police record check
• Must be able to perform duties accurately when in stressful situations
• Pass drug screening test as outlined by district policy

Reports To

Transportation Supervisor

Essential Functions

• Obeys all traffic laws
• Maintains discipline when students are on bus, within legal limits
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses, both district and state
• Reports undisciplined students to the proper authority with proper forms
• Operates on assigned schedule
• Keeps assigned bus clean
• Checks bus before each operation for mechanical defects
• Notifies the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness
• Discharges students only at authorized stops
• Exercises responsible leadership when on school trips in or out of district
• Transports only authorized students
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports
• Enforces all district and state regulations regarding student behavior on bus; example, smoking, eating, being in seat while bus is in motion
• Is courteous to coworkers, students, and administrators
• Is prompt
• Performs other related duties as requested or assigned

Salary Information

Days Employed: 187 per school year

Hourly Rate: $20.50

Application Information

Deadline: Until positions are filled

Employment Date: As soon as possible thereafter

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation