Bus Operator

West Virginia Department of Education; West Virginia; On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Roane County Schools is seeking a Bus Operator to join the transportation team. The position supports daily pupil transport, maintains buses, and complies with state regulations.

Regular shift is 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, 200-day calendar, under the supervision of the Director of Facilities and Transportation. Requirements include a high school diploma, good physical condition, a valid West Virginia chauffeur license, and strong human relations skills.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate.
• Physically fit.
• Good common sense and judgement.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Meets state standards.
• Licensed as a chauffeur in West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Follow schedule set for preventive maintenance.
• Bring buses to repair center for repairs, service and state inspections.
• Fill out work forms for needed repairs on their bus promptly.
• Wash buses and clean interiors; ensure cleanliness daily.
• Check oil and radiator fluids and refuel as needed.
• Drive on a rotating basis for curricular trips.
• Attend in-service training and workdays as scheduled.
• Maintain up-to-date state and county records and time sheets.
• Pass required tests and complete first aid training as needed.
• Follow route schedule and transportation regulations.

Skills

High School Graduate

Very good physical condition

Strong ability to show and use common,

Excellent human relations skills

Meet state standards

Be licensed as a chauffeur in W. Va

Job description

Openings as of 8/30/2026 Roane County Schools

• Bus Operator JobID: 72212
• Position Type: Bus Operator/Transportation/ Bus Operator
• Date Posted: 8/24/2026
• Location: Roane County Schools
• County: Roane County Schools

Roane County Schools

Position Name: - Bus Operator (#50)

Position Type: Service

Location: Roane County Schools

Qualifications:

• High School Graduate
• Very good physical condition.
• Strong ability to show and use common sense.
• Excellent human relations skills.
• Meet state standards.
• Be licensed as a chauffeur in W. Va

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Follow schedule set for preventative maintenance as outlined by Transportation Supervisor.
• Bring buses to repair center for repairs, service and state inspections.
• Required to fill out work forms for needed repairs on their bus as soon as detected.
• Wash outside of buses as needed. Sweep the floor and dust the seats immediately after the last morning run each day. A bus shall be washed every two weeks or more when in use.
• Check oil level in crankcase and fluid level in radiator each morning and refuel bus as needed.
• Operators will drive on a rotating basis for curricular trips during the school day.
• Bus operators will be paid at a rate set by the Roane County Board of Education for extra-curricular trips. These extra-curricular trips will use roster on rotating basis.
• Operators will attend all in-service training and workdays as scheduled.
• Operators will be aware and keep all state and county records up to date as well as time sheets.
• Operators will be able to pass all written, performance, and medical tests. Operators will also complete first aid training as required by the state.
• The operator will follow route schedule set up by the Transportation Supervisor and approved by the Board of Education.
• Operators will be responsible for all rules and regulations outlined in the handbook and West Virginia School Transportation regulations.
• Operators will be available for emergency school closing at any time during the day.
• Perform other duties as required by the Transportation Supervisor.

Working Conditions: Calendar - 200 Day

Regular Shift: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Supervision: Director of Facilities and Transportation

Salary Classification: Pay Grade D

DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED: As required by Federal laws and regulations, the Roane County Board of Education does not discrimination the basis of sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in employment or in its educational programs and activities.