Substitute School Bus Driver

HERTFORD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Winton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to ensure the safe transportation of students. This role involves maintaining high standards of student conduct, performing regular safety inspections, and adhering to traffic laws. The ideal candidate will possess a valid commercial driver’s license and demonstrate excellent driving skills. Join a supportive team committed to providing a safe and reliable transportation service for students in various environments and weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current North Carolina commercial driver’s license.
• Must have at least six months of driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and care of students boarding and departing the bus.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus.
• Obey traffic laws and school bus regulations.

Skills

Driving Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Commercial Driver's License

Job description

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School Bus Driver

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

Supervises: No one

Term of Employment: 10 months

FLSA status: Non-exempt

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be at least 18 years old with six months of driving experience
• Must possess and maintain a current North Carolina commercial driver’s license with proper endorsements and a Bus Drivers Pocket Card
• Must pass a DOT drug and alcohol test
• Must never have been convicted of a DWI offense

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain proficiency in driving skills
• Complete all reports related to transportation
• Ensure the safety and care of students boarding, riding, and departing the bus
• Maintain high standards of student conduct
• Discharge students only at authorized stops
• Transport only authorized students
• Report safety rule infractions
• Obey traffic laws and school bus regulations
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain bus cleanliness
• Operate the bus on assigned routes and schedules
• Attend bus safety meetings
• Update route or stop information as needed
• Report mechanical issues promptly
• Maintain positive relations with parents and school staff
• Operate wheelchair lifts and secure wheelchairs properly when applicable
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical and Cognitive Requirements

This role involves medium physical work, exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, and requires the ability to:

• Walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch
• Work in various environments and weather conditions
• Use visual and auditory senses effectively
• Operate motor vehicles and job-specific equipment
• Understand and follow instructions

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Higher Education