School Bus Driver

Douglas County Public Schools; Douglasville (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County Public Schools is seeking a Bus Driver to ensure safe, punctual, and comfortable operation of our school buses on assigned routes. You will perform pre-trip inspections, follow route schedules, maintain discipline, and comply with all safety rules and district policies.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (preferred) and a Georgia CDL. A strong driving record and good communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Georgia CDL certification required.
• Excellent driving record and safe driving practices.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Drive a school bus on assigned routes observing all rules.
• Attend department meetings and follow safety practices.
• Maintain appropriate dress and grooming.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and fuel as needed.
• Deliver bus for service and repairs as directed.
• Submit reports to Transportation Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driving record

Communication

Organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To provide safe, punctual, and comfortable operation of the school bus and perform related work as assigned by the Director or Route Supervisors.

PAY RATE

Bus Driver 5Hour Salary Schedule Salary Range - $21.46 to $27.35

REPORTS TO

Transportation Route Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
2. Drive a school bus on assigned routes or as directed, observing all department rules and regulations.
3. Adhere to all safety practices and attend all Department meetings.
4. Drivers shall adhere to the dress code adopted by the Douglas County Board of Education.
5. Drivers are expected to maintain an appropriate level of dress and grooming.
6. Exercise sound judgement and proficient operation when driving bus.
7. Keep vehicle clean inside and outside and adhere to all maintenance procedures.
8. Maintain bus discipline and adhere to discipline reporting procedures.
9. Perform pre-trip inspection prior to daily routes and other trips.
10. Fuel bus as needed to ensure that bus does not run out of fuel.
11. Deliver bus to fleet as directed for service and repairs.
12. Submit all reports as instructed by the Transportation Department.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION LEVEL

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE

Georgia CDL

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Heavy work – Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

PROFICIENT SKILLS

Excellent driving record, communication, and organization skills.