School Bus Operator Trainee: Safe Transit & Training

classified-ocps; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, FL seeks a trainee school bus operator to daily transport students on assigned routes and assist with safety, loading, and participation in special events.

The role progresses to a full-time position after 191 days; training usually lasts 4-5 weeks. Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid CDL Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements, and at least 5 years of licensed driving experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; must meet dexterity and physical requirements.
• Must obtain/maintain valid CDL Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements; annual recertification.
• Must have at least 5 years of licensed driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Responds to internal and external customers in a timely, accurate, courteous manner representing OCPS.
• Provides daily school bus transportation for district students to and from destinations, including field trips and special events.
• Performs pre- and post-bus inspection activities to ensure proper operating conditions and safety standards.
• Maintains bus evacuation plan and coordinates evacuation activities as appropriate.
• Transports students according to routing sheets and updates routing as needed.
• Monitors daily bus activities to ensure proper student conduct and disciplinary controls.

Skills

Dexterity

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL Class B with passenger & school bus endorsements

Job description

Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, FL seeks a trainee school bus operator to daily transport students on assigned routes and assist with safety, loading, and participation in special events.

The role progresses to a full-time position after 191 days; training usually lasts 4-5 weeks. Requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid CDL Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements, and at least 5 years of licensed driving experience.