Substitute Bus Driver

Bus Garage; Bardstown (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Bardstown Independent School Bus Garage is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to transport students on designated routes in Bardstown, KY. The role requires adherence to schedules, safety protocols, and communication with school staff to ensure timely and secure student transportation.

Starting immediately, this on-site position offers the opportunity to support District operations and assist in special events and field trips as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of experience operating a motor vehicle preferred.
• Valid Kentucky CDL or ability to obtain CDL with School Bus endorsement may be required.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus on designated routes according to schedules and regulations.
• Maintain bus in safe operating condition and perform daily inspections.
• Assist loading/unloading of students, including those with disabilities when needed.
• Maintain order and discipline among students during transit and communicate with school officials.
• Record maintenance, incidents and student transport details as required.
• Perform emergency procedures and safety drills as needed.

Skills

Safe driving practices

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Substitute Bus Driver

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Jun 10, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

BUS DRIVER (Substitute)

BASIC FUNCTION:

• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• - Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
• - Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
• - Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• - Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
• - Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• - Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• - Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• - Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
• - Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• - Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• - Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
• - Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• - Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• - Safe driving practices.
• - Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• - First aid practices.
• - Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• - Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• - Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• - Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• - Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• - Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• - Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• - Maintain routine records.
• - Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• - Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• - Meet schedules and timelines.
• - Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• - Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
• - Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• - Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• - Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking
• - Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
• - Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
• - Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching
• - Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky Law and one year experience in operation of a motor vehicle.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver’s license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check. Or, complete driver training to obtain CDL.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so assigned. Responsibilities and duties assigned are at the discretion of the supervisor.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carrie Long , HR Assistant
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]