Northwest Site Bus Driver

Pitt County Schools; Coweta (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Pitt County Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to transport students safely and professionally under federal, state, and district policies. This role reports to the Bus Supervisor and requires maintaining discipline and safe operation.

Candidate must have NC School Bus Certification, a valid CDL with school bus 'S' restriction, and pass medical and Physical Performance Evaluations. Employment runs 180 days per school year. Will also perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections and maintain logs.

Qualifications

• Must possess NC School Bus Certification.
• CDL with School Bus 'S' restriction required.
• Must successfully complete a medical examination and Physical Performance Evaluation.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally.
• Maintain order and discipline of students per district policy.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report defects promptly.
• Comply with all Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, and policies.
• Maintain logs and complete required reports.
• Participate in training and workshops.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bus operation

Policy compliance

Relationship building

Judgment

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma

CDL with S restriction

Medical exam

Physical Performance Eval

Job description

Pitt County SchoolsJob Description

Position Title: School Bus Driver

Reports To: Bus Supervisor

Supervises: No One

General Statement of Duties: Performs duties of transporting students in accordance with Federal Laws, State Laws, and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Ability to meet legal and physical requirements of North CarolinaSchool Bus Certification and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.
• Ability to operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels; (i.e., administrative, parents, students and the general public).
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations
• Ability to earn the respect of students of all ages and deal sensitively with their needs

Education and Special Skills Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), with a school bus "S" restriction.
• Must be able to successfully complete a medical examination, meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools.
• Must be able to successfully complete Physical Performance Evaluation, meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools.

Term of Employment: 180 days (School Year Calendar)

Probationary Periods: Initial employment 90 days

Responsibilities:

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally
• Maintain order and discipline of students assigned to the school bus in accordance to the Pitt County Board of Education Policy pertaining to Discipline and School Code of Conduct.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus notifying the transportation department immediately of defects before the bus is moved, except to prevent immediate injury or loss of life.
• Complies with all Federal Laws, State Laws and Local Rules, Regulations and Policies.
• Maintains logs and completes reports as requested
• Participates in training and workshops
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.