Full-Time Bus Driver

Pendleton County School District; Butler (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pendleton County School District Transportation in Butler, Kentucky is hiring a Full-Time Bus Driver to safely operate a school bus on designated routes, pick up and discharge students, and support field trips and events. Immediate starting date with required safety certifications and state regulations compliance.

You will perform daily bus inspections, assist handicapped students, and maintain transport records.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement.
• School Bus Certificate and completion of required safety training as per state regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work with students, parents, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on designated routes and adhere to time schedules.
• Transport students to and from school, events and field trips while maintaining order.
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance on the vehicle.
• Assist loading and unloading of handicapped students when needed and ensure safety.
• Maintain records of vehicle maintenance and student transport activities.
• Adhere to local, state, and federal transportation policies and guidelines.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

First aid practices

Radio communication

Defensive driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Full-Time Bus Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 5957658
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 12, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CLASS TITLE: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

JOB CLASS CODE: 7941

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Pupil Personnel/Student Support Services or Designee

EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt

Approved: November 16, 2020

BASIC FUNCTION:

Safely operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
• Report overcrowded conditions.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain adequate and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
• Fuel bus.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.

• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Attend the yearly 8-hour update training and other training as determined for bus drivers.
• Maintain regular attendance. It is an essential job function that all employees report to work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Telephone/Two-way radio techniques and etiquette.
• The content located in the Pendleton County Schools Driver Handbook.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Learn and apply safety procedures and regulations
• Work confidentially with discretion.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Work cooperatively with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Work is performed with standing, sitting and/or walking
• Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
• Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull heavy weights, up to approximately 100 pounds
• Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required