School Bus Driver JOB FAIR

Chesterfield County Public Schools; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated School Bus Drivers to join their team in Midlothian. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact in the community by safely transporting students. With full-time benefits including health insurance and retirement plans, you will receive comprehensive training at no cost while earning a competitive hourly wage. Ideal candidates will possess strong driving skills, a passion for working with children, and a commitment to safety. Join a supportive environment where your contributions truly matter!

Benefits

State-approved CDL training course

Health/Dental/Life insurance

Virginia Retirement System

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Eligibility for bonuses

Bring your kids on the bus

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid CDL.
• Successful completion of First Aid and CPR courses required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates school buses and maintains schedules for student transport.
• Conducts daily safety inspections and keeps the vehicle clean.
• Enforces safety regulations and assists students on and off the bus.

Skills

Driving Skills

First Aid Knowledge

Defensive Driving

Child Management

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Chesterfield County Public Schools Bus Driver Job FairWhen: Wednesday, May 14from 4:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Where:Robious Middle School (2701 Robious Crossing Dr., Midlothian)

No prior experience required! Get paid while you train for your CDL. Full-time benefits. Starting pay is $23.68/hr. and could be higher with previous experience!

Interested in a full-time work schedule with the option to take summers off?Or maybe a part-time position with hours that work best for you?Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference in your community? Chesterfield County Public Schools is actively seeking School Bus Driversto join our team and serve a critical need by safely transporting our students to and from school. Below are some of the many benefits you will receive in this position:

• State-approved CDL school bus driver training course providedfree-of-charge while you earn a salary
• Full-time benefits: Virginia Retirement System, Health/Dental/Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Paid Leave, Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility for bonuses
• Bring your kids on the bus and/ordrive your child's bus route (see the Transportation Department table for more details)

• Safely operates all types of school buses; maintains a regular schedule for picking up authorized staff and students and delivering them to schools according to schedule.

• Makes daily safety inspection of vehicle and equipment; ensures that vehicle is regularly maintained and keeps the vehicle clean, properly heated and ventilated.

• Assists students on to or out of the vehicle; enforces safety and conduct regulations.

• Maintains records and prepares required reports.

• Makes reports to school officials concerning student disciplinary actions, incidents or injuries.

• Participates and successfully passes all training required by state and federal law, and by School Board policies, regulations and procedures.

• Provides basic first aid and/or prescribed health care as necessary for students.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working knowledge of state and local school bus operation, laws and regulations and county geography. Working knowledge of first aid procedures including CPR. Demonstrated ability to operate a large vehicle safely and punctually in all weather conditions, using safe and defensive driving methods. Demonstrated ability to maintain bus discipline and relate well to children, parents and staff and to provide constant attention and assistance to a number of children at the same time, including children with special health conditions or disabilities. Demonstrated ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting children. Demonstrated ability to give and follow instructions, work well under stressful conditions or emergencies and maintain confidentiality.

Must be at least 21 years of age and at least three years of driving experience, with a driving record that meets the standards of CCPS School Board Policy 5430. Successful completion of First Aid and CPR courses; auto-injectable epinephrine training (EpiPen) and Defensive Driving Course; meet physical qualifications for school bus drivers; successful completion of state-approved school bus driver training course and FBI fingerprint background investigation. Valid Commercial Driver's License. This position requires the incumbent to drive. In accordance with Policy 5431, an employee who occupies the position and is assigned a district-owned or leased motor vehicle will be subject to annual driving checks and must maintain acceptable records pursuant to the standards set forth in the policy.

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services ( CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test