School Bus Driver – CDL, 6h/Day, 10‑Month Schedule

Washington County public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Public Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to service Smithsburg Elementary, Smithsburg Middle and Smithsburg High Schools from the Transportation Office. The role requires a CDL license, a clean driving record, and strict adherence to safety guidelines.

You will be responsible for pupil accountability and maintaining order on the bus. The position involves pre-trip and post-trip inspections, keeping to schedule, and reporting incidents promptly.

Qualifications

• CDL license with proper endorsements as required by WCPS.
• Maryland COMAR pupil transportation requirements met.
• Maintain a clean driving record with no more than two points.
• Complete Maryland State Department of Education pre-service instruction.
• No evidence of a criminal record that would disqualify employment.
• Must be 21 years of age to operate a school bus.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Able to pass MVA physical examination for school bus drivers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for pupil accountability.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain discipline when students are on bus.
• Report undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keep assigned bus clean.
• Keep to assigned schedule.
• Perform a pre-trip inspection prior to each route, checking for mechanical defects.
• Perform a post-trip inspection following each route, checking for damage, students and belongings.
• Notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Exercise responsible leadership when on school trips.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Report all accidents immediately and complete required reports.
• Enforce rules and regulations for students riding the bus.
• Operate the bus within the guidelines as outlined in the WCPS School Bus Drivers Handbook.
• Present their assigned bus for bus inspection meeting all requirements as established by the Transportation Department.
• Use all safety equipment properly including use of driver's seat belt and shoulder harness.
• Demonstrate courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders of Washington County Public Schools.
• Perform other school bus related duties as may be assigned.

Skills

CDL License

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Washington County Public Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to service Smithsburg Elementary, Smithsburg Middle and Smithsburg High Schools from the Transportation Office. The role requires a CDL license, a clean driving record, and strict adherence to safety guidelines.

You will be responsible for pupil accountability and maintaining order on the bus. The position involves pre-trip and post-trip inspections, keeping to schedule, and reporting incidents promptly.