School Bus Driver: Safe Routes & Student Transport

Mercer County Schools; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer County Schools in Harrodsburg, KY is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to operate a school bus on designated routes, ensuring safe and timely transport for students to and from school, events, and field trips.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, maintaining order on the bus, assisting with loading/unloading handicapped students, and reporting incidents as required. Requires valid KY Class B with passenger endorsement and School Bus Certificate; 4 hours/day, 181 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; progress toward GED may be considered.
• Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver’s license with passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on designated routes following time schedules.
• Provide safe and efficient transportation for students to and from school, events, and field trips.
• Perform daily inspections and routine maintenance of vehicle; assist in loading/unloading handicapped students as needed.
• Maintain order and discipline among students and communicate with school officials, parents and the public.
• Prepare and maintain vehicle and student conduct/incident/accident reports.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Mercer County Schools in Harrodsburg, KY is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to operate a school bus on designated routes, ensuring safe and timely transport for students to and from school, events, and field trips.

Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, maintaining order on the bus, assisting with loading/unloading handicapped students, and reporting incidents as required. Requires valid KY Class B with passenger endorsement and School Bus Certificate; 4 hours/day, 181 days.