Part-Time Bus Driver

University of North Carolina School of the Arts; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 18,184 - 25,898; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston-Salem is seeking a Part-Time Bus Driver to transport students to and from activities, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.

The role requires a valid CDL Class B with passenger endorsement, a clean driving record, and the ability to supervise students; hours include nights, weekends, and occasional holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have an acceptable driving record as specified by the NC DOT and UNCSA.
• Must maintain a current CDL Class B license with passenger and school bus endorsement.
• Ability to inspect and maintain safe bus operation.

Responsibilities

• Obeys all federal, state, and local laws and transportation operation guidelines.
• Obeys traffic laws; observes all safety regulations for buses.
• Supervises students and maintains discipline during transport.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections and reports defects.
• Available nights, weekends, and occasionally holidays.
• Participates in onsite training and completes required reports.

Skills

Safety knowledge

Traffic laws knowledge

Discipline and classroom management

Judgment and initiative

Report defects

Communication with parents/students

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B license with passenger and school bus endorsement

Job description

Position Title

Part-Time Bus Driver

Responsibilities

• Obeys all federal, state, and local laws, policies, regulations, administrative codes, and transportation operation guidelines.
• Obeys all traffic laws; observes all mandatory safety regulations for buses, including clearing the school bus and evacuating students quickly in the event of an emergency.
• Maintains safe driver standards and applicable physical and dexterity standards.
• Supervises students and maintains discipline while transporting them; complies with discipline policies set forth in the school Code of Conduct.
• Exercises responsible leadership when on school field trips (in or out of district).
• Reports all accidents and participates/meets all post-accident drug testing requirements.
• Performs pre and post-inspection activities to include, but are not limited to, mechanical defects, adequate fuel/fluid levels, items left on the bus, vandalism to the bus interior, and cleaning of bus.
• Participates in onsite training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Available nights, weekends, and occasionally holidays.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma or GED.
• Must have an acceptable driving record as specified by the NC DOT and UNCSA, and an acceptable criminal record as specified by UNCSA.
• Must maintain a current CDL Class B license with passenger and school bus endorsement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of safe and efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of a bus.
• Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and bus regulations.
• Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and standards for buses.
• General knowledge of Transportation Department Operating Instructions.
• Ability to physically inspect the bus according to Transportation Department Operating Instructions.
• Must possess an acceptable driving record as outlined by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles as legal requirements for issuance of a bus driver certification.
• Must meet requirements regarding health conditions.
• Must not have conditions of a criminal nature that would cause disqualification.
• Ability to detect and report observable mechanical defects or failures on the bus.
• Ability to maintain the discipline of students on the bus.
• Ability to exercise good judgment in appraising situations that may arise when dealing with students, patrons, or traffic situations.
• Ability to maintain a clean bus.
• Ability to complete required reports.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in applying standards to a variety of work situations.
• Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students and with school personnel.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Work Schedule and Hours

Available nights, weekends, and occasionally holidays.

Salary

$16.00/hr

EEO Statement

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations will result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. The UNCSA participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks.

Contact Information

Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: [e-mail]