School Bus Driver (Full-Time/Part-Time)

Albemarle County Public Schools

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 32,222 - 54,663

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement programs

Job summary

A local school district transportation department is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to transport students safely. The position offers full-time and part-time options with responsibilities including operating the bus, maintaining order, and ensuring student safety. Candidates must have a high school diploma and a valid Commercial Driver's License with necessary endorsements. Competitive salary ranges from $23.39 to $39.68 per hour, along with a generous employee benefits program is provided.

Qualifications

Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements.
Satisfactory health condition certified by a medical authority.
Completion of required training curriculum for school bus drivers.

Responsibilities

Safely operates a school bus transporting students.
Maintains order and discipline on the bus.
Performs routine care of the bus and records mileage.

Skills

Knowledge of traffic laws

Communication skills

Positive attitude toward students

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computer hardware and software

Two-way radio equipment

Job description

Job Description

Starting Date: Immediately

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

Transportation Department

Full-Time/Part-Time (am/pm), 10 Months. Non-exempt, Step Scale.

The School Bus Driver operates school bus and other vehicles for the purpose of transporting students to and from designated locations. Essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Safely operates a school bus over long distances across interstate and state primary roads at sustained legally allowed speeds, fostering a safe and conscientious image to the public.
Conducts safe and orderly loading and unloading of students at specified stops.
Maintains order and discipline on the bus.
Attends pre-service, in-service, and other required meetings pertaining to the job.
Performs routine operator care to include washing the bus, sweeping interior, checking equipment and reporting defects, and presenting bus for regularly scheduled maintenance.
Accomplishes and submits daily mileage reports and bus conduct reports, as required.
Checks email regularly, maintains daily time records via iPod, ensures timely submission of timekeeping data to department administration.
Reports all accidents immediately to a Driver Supervisor.
Installs tire chains as required.
Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
Some experience using computer hardware and software preferred.
English language proficiency required per Code of Virginia 46.2-341.14.

Special Requirements

Satisfactory health condition as certified by competent medical authority. Must demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the Virginia Education Department training curriculum for school bus drivers and obtain a Commercial Driver's License with appropriate school bus endorsements within the probationary period. Complete State and County requirements of twenty hours of classroom and twenty hours of behind the wheel instruction. No reckless driving or driving under the influence convictions within five years and/or fewer than two moving violations within 12 months of employment.

Knowledge and Skills

Considerable knowledge of ACPS vehicles approved for student transport; local, state and federal traffic laws and regulations; the operation of medium and light automotive equipment; the operation of two-way radio equipment; road, street and school locations within the County.

Ability to develop and maintain a positive attitude toward students; learn computer hardware and software applications to include iPod usage and Microsoft Outlook Email; communicate and develop effective working relationships with students, parents and staff.

Physical Conditions & Nature of Work Contacts

Work is performed inside and around a school bus. Frequent bending, stooping, crawling and climbing to inspect on and under a school bus is necessary. Occasional lifting of at least fifty pounds is required. Frequent contact with driver supervisors and students is required. Occasional contact with principals, parents and the general public is required. Occasional meetings with principals and parents are necessary. Person shall have no impairment of the use of a foot, leg, hand, finger or an arm, and no other structural defects or limitation likely to interfere with the ability to control and safely drive a school bus. Must have the physical ability to operate specific controls on a school bus such as the service door, clutch pedal, manual transmission shift lever, and ability to assist in evacuation of students from the emergency door. Occasional operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required.

Benefits

Albemarle County offers a very generous employee benefit program, including medical, dental and retirement programs, and a host of other benefits options.

Pay

Placement on driver step scale based on total years CDL driving experience. Salary range $23.39 to $39.68 per hour.

Application Deadline

Posted until filled.

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