Site Driver

Pitt County Schools; Greenville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Pitt County Schools is seeking a School Bus Driver to transport students safely and professionally within the district. The role requires compliance with state and district policies and routine pre/post trip inspections.

The position emphasizes safety, clear communication with students and staff, and adherence to federal, state, and local regulations. A valid CDL with school bus endorsement and NC certification are mandatory, with medical and performance evaluations as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to meet legal and physical requirements of NC School Bus Certification and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.
• Ability to operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels; (i.e., administrative, parents, students and the general public).
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations.
• Ability to earn the respect of students of all ages and deal sensitively with their needs.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally
• Maintain order and discipline of students assigned to the school bus in accordance to the Pitt County Board of Education Policy pertaining to Discipline and School Code of Conduct.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus notifying the transportation department immediately of defects before the bus is moved, except to prevent immediate injury or loss of life.
• Complies with all Federal Laws, State Laws and Local Rules, Regulations and Policies.
• Maintains logs and completes reports as requested
• Participates in training and workshops
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

NC School Bus Certification

School bus operation

Effective communication

Judgment

Student relations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with school bus 'S' restriction

Job description

Pitt County Schools Job Description

Position Title: School Bus Driver

Reports To: Bus Supervisor

Supervises: No One

General Statement of Duties: Performs duties of transporting students in accordance with Federal Laws, State Laws, and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Ability to meet legal and physical requirements of North Carolina School Bus Certification and Pitt County Board of Education Policy.
• Ability to operate and maneuver a school bus with proficiency
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels; (i.e., administrative, parents, students and the general public).
• Ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations
• Ability to earn the respect of students of all ages and deal sensitively with their needs

Education And Special Skills Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL), with a school bus “S” restriction.
• Must be able to successfully complete a medical examination, meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools.
• Must be able to successfully complete Physical Performance Evaluation, meeting standards set forth by the School Bus & Traffic Safety Section of the NC Division of Motor Vehicles and Pitt County Schools.

Term of Employment: 180 days (School Year Calendar)

Probationary Periods: Initial employment 90 days

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus safely and professionally
• Maintain order and discipline of students assigned to the school bus in accordance to the Pitt County Board of Education Policy pertaining to Discipline and School Code of Conduct.
• Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus notifying the transportation department immediately of defects before the bus is moved, except to prevent immediate injury or loss of life.
• Complies with all Federal Laws, State Laws and Local Rules, Regulations and Policies.
• Maintains logs and completes reports as requested
• Participates in training and workshops
• Performs other duties as may be assigned.