Student Transport Specialist: Safe, Reliable Bus Driver

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Seale (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOLS is seeking a Bus Driver to transport students safely to and from school and on approved trips, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local transportation laws. The role emphasizes safety, discipline, and timely service.

Applicants must hold a valid Alabama Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, pass drug screening, background checks, and DOT/ TB health requirements. Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor and Principal, the position supports the school community

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Alabama Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (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.

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.

Skills

Safe driving

Traffic safety knowledge

Written & oral directions

Discipline and classroom management

Job description

RUSSELL COUNTY SCHOOLS is seeking a Bus Driver to transport students safely to and from school and on approved trips, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local transportation laws. The role emphasizes safety, discipline, and timely service.

Applicants must hold a valid Alabama Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, pass drug screening, background checks, and DOT/ TB health requirements. Reporting to the Transportation Supervisor and Principal, the position supports the school community