Skilled School Bus Driver – Safe & Punctual Transit

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students and staff on designated routes. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain a clean bus, and ensure timely stops while upholding district safety policies.

The role requires valid Alabama CDL/P-S, a School Bus Physical, and strong communication skills. Regular attendance and adherence to regulations are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Possess and maintain an Alabama bus driver license (ABL) plus CDL with P/S endorsement.
• Maintain an ALDOT Health Card or School Bus Physical as required by state law.
• Meet suitability criteria under Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record.
• Pass drug test as required by law.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Operate school vehicle on assigned route per time schedule; may drive pre-dawn or dusk.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Able to exert up to 50 pounds of force.
• Comply with state/federal regulations including pre/post trip inspections and evacuations.
• Adhere to attendance and punctuality; accept board-approved alternatives.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to traffic laws and driving safety rules.
• Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports.
• Files accident reports when involved in an incident.
• Performs daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintains a clean bus and orderly student conduct.
• Disperses and collects students at stops per route/schedule.
• Assists students in evacuating the bus when needed.
• Transports students on field trips and events as assigned.
• Attends scheduled trainings.
• Maintains confidentiality of school and workplace information.
• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Reports mechanical or safety issues to Transportation Department.

Skills

Valid CDL P/S license

ABL license

School Bus Physical

Drug test ready

Communication skills

Operate bus on route

Manual lifting 50 lbs

Punctual attendance

Fit for state/federal regs

Suitability under Alabama Act

Documentation compliance

Job description

Montgomery Public Schools is seeking a dedicated Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students and staff on designated routes. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain a clean bus, and ensure timely stops while upholding district safety policies.

The role requires valid Alabama CDL/P-S, a School Bus Physical, and strong communication skills. Regular attendance and adherence to regulations are essential for success in this position.