School Bus Operator — Safe, On-Time Student Transport

Broward County Public Schools; Oakland Park (FL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools seeks a Bus Operator to transport students safely between designated locations. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, adhering to schedules, and maintaining student behavior according to district rules.

Qualified applicants will have a Florida CDL with endorsements, five years of driving experience, and complete preservice training. The role involves extensive safety compliance and reporting duties, with on-site work in Broward County.

Qualifications

• Must be fluent in English.
• Five years of licensed driving experience.
• Florida CDL with endorsements.
• Complete 40 hours preservice training (20 classroom, 8 behind-the-wheel).
• Able to prepare written reports.
• Computer skills required.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Verify bus condition before use via pre-trip inspection and checks of safety equipment.
• Adhere to bus schedules and transport students to destinations.
• Operate bus safely and promptly; use safety equipment properly.
• Report accidents or incidents to transportation leadership.
• Maintain student behavior and document as required; enforce rules.
• Prepare required forms and reports per district/state requirements.
• Interact professionally with parents, students, and staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Driver's license

CDL

Preservice training

Reporting

Computer skills

Drug testing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Broward County Public Schools seeks a Bus Operator to transport students safely between designated locations. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, adhering to schedules, and maintaining student behavior according to district rules.

Qualified applicants will have a Florida CDL with endorsements, five years of driving experience, and complete preservice training. The role involves extensive safety compliance and reporting duties, with on-site work in Broward County.