School Bus Operator: Safe & Reliable Student Transport

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation for students and staff on designated routes. The role requires a valid Alabama bus driver license (ABL) and CDL with P/S endorsement, plus the ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain discipline on the bus.

The position emphasizes punctuality, adherence to traffic laws, and timely submission of reports.

Qualifications

• Proficient in written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals, and priorities.
• Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.
• Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.
• Prepares and submits an accident report when involved in an accident.
• Performs daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and completes and submits form as required. Performs post-trip inspection of the bus.
• Maintains a clean bus.
• Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.
• Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.
• Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities.
• Regulates heating, cooling and/or ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.
• Notifies supervisor and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness.
• Maintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulations.
• Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members and other employees.
• Picks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule.
• Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary.
• Transports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assigned.
• Attends scheduled trainings.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
• Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.
• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
• Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
• Reports identified mechanical needs to Transportation Department.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Skills

Written/verbal communication

Job description

Montgomery-Public-Schools is seeking a Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation for students and staff on designated routes. The role requires a valid Alabama bus driver license (ABL) and CDL with P/S endorsement, plus the ability to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain discipline on the bus.

The position emphasizes punctuality, adherence to traffic laws, and timely submission of reports.