School Bus Operator — Safe Student Transport

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

Job summary

Russell County Schools seeks a Bus Driver to transport students safely to and from school and on trips, following all federal, state, and local laws. The role requires a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, DOT/TB screenings, and adherence to strict safety and discipline standards to ensure timely, secure transportation for all students.

The position reports to Transportation Supervisor and Principal, and may involve handling special transportation needs with care, while maintaining vehicle

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Alabama Class B CDL with passenger endorsement and verification of an acceptable driving record through the DMV.
• Successful completion of driver’s training course meeting state and federal standards.
• Must pass a drug screening test as required by federal, state and local policies.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.
• Must pass a DOT physical every other year and TB testing every three years.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and on assigned trips safely and efficiently.
• Comply with all federal, state and local laws relative to bus transportation.
• Observe all safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintain discipline of students and report discipline problems to the school administrators.
• Fuel bus according to system transportation guidelines/policies.
• Keep assigned bus clean according to system transportation policies.
• Follow assigned route and schedule.
• Recommend to supervisor changes in bus routes or bus loads.
• Complete pre- and post-trip safety inspections and notify proper authority of mechanical defects and lateness.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Ensure no smoking, drinking or eating on bus.
• Instruct students in safety precautions and practices.
• Conduct bus evacuation as required.
• Be aware of additional duties related to transportation of exceptional education students, such as door-to-door loading and unloading, assisting with wheelchairs, understanding each student’s exceptionality and the development of special loading/unloading procedures.
• Interact appropriately with children, bus attendants, if applicable, transportation and school personnel.
• Report all accidents involving a school bus.
• Communicate well with supervisor, bus attendant, if applicable, and schools.
• Follow all transportation policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Ensure adherence to good safety standards.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Maintain expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrate support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Perform other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

Skills

CDL with Passenger Endorsement

Driver Training

Drug Screening

Background Check

DOT Physical

TB Testing

DMV Clearance

High School Diploma

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Russell County Schools seeks a Bus Driver to transport students safely to and from school and on trips, following all federal, state, and local laws. The role requires a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, DOT/TB screenings, and adherence to strict safety and discipline standards to ensure timely, secure transportation for all students.

The position reports to Transportation Supervisor and Principal, and may involve handling special transportation needs with care, while maintaining vehicle