School Bus Driver

Henry County; Martinsville (VA); In loco; USD 23.000 - 24.000; Part-time

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Henry County Public Schools Transportation in Martinsville, Virginia seeks a part-time School Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and events.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, safe driving, maintaining records, and reporting incidents, under supervision of the Transportation Director and principals.

Qualifications: high school diploma or equivalent, Virginia CDL, ability to pass a physical exam; wage listed at $23,052.60 per year.

Competenze

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Virginia CDL (commercial driver's license).
• Must pass physical examination as prescribed by the Virginia Department of Education.
• Must maintain a satisfactory driving record.

Mansioni

• Drive school bus and transport students to and from school.
• Perform pre-trip inspection of the bus and report deficiencies; wash and clean the bus.
• Refuel the bus as required.
• Obey traffic laws and safety regulations for school bus operations.
• Transport only authorized students and staff; report accidents and complete required reports.
• Conduct periodic emergency bus evacuation drills.
• Maintain mileage records and prepare reports; ensure passenger safety and discipline.
• Make bus available for maintenance and repairs.

Conoscenze

Safe operation of a school bus

Patience with children

Interpersonal skills

Formazione

High school diploma or equivalent

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School Bus Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 3836931
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 02, 2021 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

JOB TITLE: School Bus Driver

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Transportation Supervisor

Performs intermediate semiskilled human support work in the transportation of pupils to and from school and special events; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the director of transportation and appropriate principals.

This is medium work requiring the exertion of up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, and atmospheric conditions. The worker may be exposed to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/TYPICAL TASKS:

• Driving school bus; picking up and delivering students to/from school.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of school bus; reports operating and equipment deficiencies; Washes bus; cleans bus inside and out;
• Fuels bus as required;
• Obeys all traffic laws and observes mandatory safety regulations for school bus operations;
• Transports only authorized students, school personnel and/or authorized chaperons on special trips; Reports all accidents and completes required reports;
• Conducts periodic emergency bus evacuation drills;
• Transports students to special events and field trips;
• Records mileage; maintains various records and prepares a variety of reports on activities; Ensures passenger safety; maintains discipline on bus; makes reports as necessary;
• Makes bus available for scheduled maintenance and/or repairs;
• Performs related tasks as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

General knowledge of the problems involved in operating a school bus; general knowledge of the geography of the County and the location of streets; skill in the safe operation of a school bus; ability to detect malfunctioning equipment; ability to assist children using patience and understanding; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, public, associates and students.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of or ability to acquire an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must pass physical examination as prescribed by the Department of Education of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record from the Division of Motor Vehicles that meets state requirements and indicates positive driving points.

HENRY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $23,052.60 Per Year

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 3300 Kings Mountain Road
• Martinsville, Virginia 24112
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]