Bus Operator d1 Bus #1701 (S97)

HURRICANE AREA; Winfield (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PEIA insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Vision and dental coverage

Job summary

Putnam County Schools in West Virginia seeks a full-time Bus Operator (S97) for hurricane-area routes. The role requires a valid CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements, a high school diploma or GED, and a clean driving record.

Training includes 40 hours classroom and 20 hours behind the wheel, plus First Aid/CPR and WV Operator certification. The Bus Operator will drive school buses, perform safety checks, adhere to schedules, and ensure student safety per district guidelines.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements required.
• Must pass physical exam and DMV driving record check.
• Must complete 40 hours classroom and 20 hours behind the wheel training.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• WV School Bus Operator's Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses and transportation vehicles as assigned by the district.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and follow safety procedures.
• Transport students according to routes and schedules.
• Maintain attendance and record-keeping per district policy.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Reliable driving

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

West Virginia School Bus Operator's Certificate

First Aid/CPR Certification

Tools

CDL Class B, Passenger Endorsement

Airbrake Endorsement

Job description

Bus Operator d1 Bus #1701 (S97)

Putnam County Schools WV HURRICANE AREA - WINFIELD, West Virginia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Putnam County Schools WV

Job Details

Job ID: 5919015
Application Deadline: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PUTNAM COUNTY SCHOOLS

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance. Derek Pauley, Title IX Coordinator, 77 Courthouse Drive, Winfield, WV 25213, [phone] ext 1109.

Position:Bus Operator(S97)

Location: HurricaneArea

Classification: D1

Evaluated by:Director of Transportation

Salary Range: Service_Salary_Schedule_2024_Annual.pdf (core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com) based on experience and education level per Putnam County Board of Education salary schedule plus a competitive benefits package to include: PEIA insurance, retirement, life insurance, and free vision and dental insurance.

Job Description: The School Bus Operator is responsible for operating school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided by the West Virginia Board of Education.

Qualifications:

• Holds a high school diploma or GED or TASC
• Holds a Commercial Driver's License, Class B, Passenger and AirbrakeEndorsements
• Passes the required physical examination
• Has three years of experience as a licensed driver
• Passes the Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record Check
• Passes the Drug/Alcohol Screening
• Completes 40 hours of required classroom training and 20 hours of behind the wheel training.
• Holds First Aid/CPR Certification
• Holds a West Virginia School Bus Operator's Certificate

Length of Employment:200 Days

Currently Bus #1701

Responsibilities: The School Bus Operator shall have the responsibilities and duties as outlined in The Putnam County Schools Job Description Handbook.

*Location And Length Of Route(S) May Vary Determined by Coordinator of Transportation Dependent Upon the number and/or location of students requiring transportation services.

Effective Employment Date: September 22, 2026

Daily Schedule: Pre-Trip – 15 Minutes prior to pullout time (AM only)

Currently - Pull Out Time (AM) – 5:45 am - 7:30 am

Pull Out Time (PM) – 1:50 pm - 5:00 pm

Post-Trip – 15 Minutes

Application Deadline : 4:00 pm on the closing date.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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