Substitute Bus Operator S-2026-001-1

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; United States; On-site; USD 16,605 - 31,365; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs seeks a substitute bus operator to drive school buses and related vehicles per state rules. The role requires a CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake, plus a valid physical and background checks.

Applicants must have 3 years of licensed driving experience, pass drug testing, complete mandated training, and obtain the WV School Bus Operator's Certificate through BOE courses. Pay aligns with the Substitute Service Daily Salary Schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL Class B with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements required.
• Must pass physical examination.
• Three years of experience as a licensed driver.
• Pass DMV driving record check.
• Pass Drug/Alcohol screening.
• Complete 40 hours of classroom and 20 hours of behind-the-wheel training.
• First Aid/CPR certification required.
• Obtain WV School Bus Operator's Certificate through BOE classes.

Responsibilities

• Operate school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided.
• Comply with West Virginia regulations and safety requirements.

Skills

Three years driving experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commercial Driver's License Class B (Passenger and Airbrake)

First Aid/CPR Certification

West Virginia School Bus Operator's Certificate (BOE)

Job description

Position Details

• Position Type: Bus Operator / Transportation / Substitute Bus Operator

Evaluated by: Transportation Director / Human Resource Director

Salary Range: Substitute Service Daily Salary Schedule

Job Description

The substitute bus operator is responsible for operating school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided by the West Virginia Board of Education.

Personnel employed to operate school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided by the State Board of Education.

Note: Specific duties and responsibilities are derived from West Virginia Code 18A-4-8 and 18-5-13(6,7,8) and West Virginia School Transportation Regulations, as well as Federal Laws mandating Commercial Driver License and Mandatory Drug Testing.

Pay Grade D

Qualifications

• Holds a high school diploma or GED
• Holds a Commercial Driver's License, Class B, Passenger and Airbrake
• Passes the required physical examination
• Has three years of experience as a licensed driver
• Passes the Department of Motor Vehicles Driving Record Check
• Passes the Drug/Alcohol Screening
• Completes 40 hours of required classroom training and 20 hours of behind the wheel training
• Holds First Aid/CPR Certification
• Obtains a West Virginia School Bus Operator's Certificate through classes offered at the BOE

Applicants who have unsatisfactory evaluations, have been dismissed or had their contracts non-renewed for cause by another school district will not be considered eligible for consideration

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION The Board does not discriminate on the basis of sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), in its education programs or activities, and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, and its implementing regulations, not to discriminate in such a manner. The requirement not to discriminate in its education program or activity extends to admission and employment. The Board is committed to maintaining an education and work environment that is free from discrimination based on sex, including sexual harassment (See Mingo County Board policy 2266). Furthermore, the Board does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, sex (including gender status, change of sex, or gender identity), pregnancy, age, blindness, disability, veteran status, military status, genetic information, socioeconomic status, physical appearance, sexual orientation, mental/physical/developmental/sensory disability or any other characteristic protected by law (collectively, "Protected Classes"), or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities including employment practices (See West Virginia State Board of Education policy 4373). Please report any concerns to the Title IX Coordinators: Rocky Hall or Leah Wireman, Mingo County Schools 110 Cinderella Road Williamson, WV 25661 Phone: [phone] Email: Rocky [e-mail] or Leah Wireman:[e-mail] (The coordinators also serve as Compliance Officers for non-sexual harassment, 504/ADA). If you have web accessibility issues, please contact: Virginia Lee Taylor-Mounts @ [e-mail] or 304-235-3333.

Postings current as of 7/8/2026 10:24:01 PM CST.