Bus Operator: CDL, Safety & Route Expert

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking a School Bus Operator to operate school transportation vehicles as directed by the Director of Transportation. The role involves transporting students, performing routine safety inspections, and reporting needed repairs.

Required qualifications include a valid CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, physical fitness, and completion of specified training hours.

Qualifications

• Holds Commercial Driver’s License, Class B, Passenger and School Bus Endorsements.
• Passes the required physical examination.
• Has three years of experience as a licensed driver and be at least 21 years of age.
• Passes the Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record Check.
• Passes the Drug/Alcohol Screening.
• Completes minimum 40 hours classroom and 12 hours behind-the-wheel training.
• Holds First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Holds a West Virginia School Bus Operator’s Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Obey all rules, regulations, and policies governing transportation of pupils.
• Transport students on a school bus for curricular and extracurricular activities.
• Routinely conduct safety inspections of the bus.
• Maintain oil, fluid, gas, etc. necessary for bus operation.
• Report and request needed repairs.
• Be familiar with assigned bus routes and other routes.
• Maintain safety and discipline on bus runs and trips.
• Respond to emergency situations as requested.
• Report any road situation affecting safety or completion of routes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Transportation or Supervisors.
• Acknowledge and sign the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Skills

CDL Class B

Endorsements: Passenger & School Bus

3+ years licensed driving

21+ years old

DMV driving record check

Drug/Alcohol screening

First Aid/CPR

WV School Bus Operator Certificate

Job description

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking a School Bus Operator to operate school transportation vehicles as directed by the Director of Transportation. The role involves transporting students, performing routine safety inspections, and reporting needed repairs.

Required qualifications include a valid CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, physical fitness, and completion of specified training hours.