Bus Driver - Tybee Island/Burton

Inside Higher Ed; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

An education organization is seeking a part-time Bus Driver for the Burton 4-H Center. The role involves safely operating buses to transport students to field study sights and occasional cleaning of the buses. Applicants must possess at least a high school diploma or equivalent, and experience in operating a bus or truck is preferred. This position includes responsibilities that require interaction with children, emphasizing safety and efficiency in daily tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in the operation of a bus or truck desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus with students to and from field study sights.
• Some driving to local schools for day groups.
• Clean buses including sweeping and washing.

Skills

Experience in operation of a bus or truck

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Bus Driver - Tybee Island/Burton

Posting Information

• Posting Number: S13384P
• Posting Date: 03/17/2025
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 03/31/2025

Employment Details

• Department: CAES-Burton 4-H Center
• Benefits Eligibility: Non-Benefits Eligible
• Employment Type: Employee
• Full/Part Time: Part Time (FTE 0.49)
• Schedule may vary based on the needs of the center
• Salary: Commensurate with Experience
• Location of Vacancy: Burton 4-H Center - Tybee Island
• Classification Title: Service/Maintenance Worker
• FLSA: Non-Exempt

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Position Summary

This is a semi‑skilled part‑time position at the Burton 4‑H Center on Tybee Island operating buses. The work involves responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of vehicular equipment and usually involves some equipment maintenance duties and other semi‑skilled work relating to the equipment and building maintenance activities. Employees will receive definite and detailed instructions from a supervisor at the time of appointment. The work is performed according to established procedures with frequent daily inspections.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Experience in the operation of a bus or truck; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.

Physical Demands

Sitting for long periods of time and occasional light lifting in an indoor and outdoor environment.

Additional Information

• Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes
• Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No
• Does this position require a P‑Card?: No
• Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18?: Yes
• Does This Position Have Security Access?: No

Duties / Responsibilities

• Drive bus with students to and from field study sights (80%).
• Some driving on occasion to local schools to pick‑up or drop‑off local day groups (10%).
• Cleaning of buses to include sweeping, washing windshield, dashboard.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Name: Paul Coote
Email: [e-mail]

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