Substitute School Bus Operator S27-001-49

West Virginia K-12 Jobs; Romney (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

West Virginia K-12 Jobs is seeking a Substitute School Bus Operator to operate school transportation vehicles for Hampshire County. This role involves safely picking up and dropping off students while ensuring their well-being during transit.

The position requires a High School diploma, a valid CDL license with appropriate endorsements, and a commitment to completing training programs, including CPR and First Aid certifications. Candidates should have at least three years of driving experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Hold a valid CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus safely and efficiently.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections.
• Assist and supervise students during transport.

Skills

Driving experience

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Customer communication

Supervising students

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bus safety equipment

Fire extinguisher

Job description

Substitute School Bus Operator S27-001-49 (Job ID: 64603)

Position Details

• Position Type: Bus Operator/Transportation/ Bus Operator
• Date Posted: 5/19/2026
• Location: Transportation - Hampshire County
• Closing Date: 05/26/2026
• County: Hampshire County Schools

Immediate Supervisor

Supervisor of Transportation

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment

Term: Minimum 200 days annually pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8; extended employment days may be established by HCBOE.

Salary

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8a, in accordance with Hampshire County Salary Schedule, Pay Grade D; commensurate with experience and education level plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

Evaluation

Performance evaluated by the Transportation Supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and HCBOE Evaluation Policy for Service Personnel.

Job Summary

Operate a school bus or other school transportation vehicle, ranging in size from 15-passenger to 90-passenger, to pick up and drop off students at regularly scheduled locations.

Performance Responsibilities

• Perform pre/post trip inspections.
• Learn route, including pick up and drop off locations.
• Safely use fire extinguisher.
• Assist and supervise students with disabilities.
• Communicate with students, parents, school officials, and supervisors.
• Mop and clean inside and outside the vehicle.
• Complete proper paperwork.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to care for ill children and clean up from student sickness accidents.
• Walk from the operator’s seat to the rear of the bus.
• Open all emergency exits.
• Install snow chains on a bus.
• Raise the hood of a conventional school bus and check oil levels and antifreeze levels.
• Remove obstructions from wind shield and under wiper blades.
• Secure a wheelchair, fasten safety harnesses, and other equipment as necessary.
• Perform all duties outlined in WV State Board Policy 4336 which is available at http://wvde.state.wv.us/policies/p4336.doc

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5.
• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c.
• Meet the definition of “Qualifications” in WV Code §18A-4-8b.
• Demonstrate competency pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e as required.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have at least three years of driving experience as a licensed operator of any vehicle.
• Must obtain and maintain WV CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsement.
• Must successfully complete WV School Bus Safety Program and pass requisite online and skills test.
• Must be able to climb in and out of bus to check engine compartment.
• Must maintain valid CPR, First Aid certification, and EpiPen training.
• Must pass a physical examination from a Medical Examiner as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration as well as drug and alcohol screenings.
• Must meet all requirements outlined in WV State Board of Education Policy 4336.
• Dress is appropriate and conforms to safety standards.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach overhead and shoulder height, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use interior and exterior rear view mirrors, and use repetitive motions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds, and up to 100 pounds vertically for a Special Education bus. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job requires exposure to extreme temperatures from below freezing to occasionally 100°F+ during warmer months. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud (60-90 dB). Bus operators usually have a five-day workweek that is considered a “split-shift” meaning the first run can begin early in the morning to late in the afternoon with time off in-between. Hours are dictated by the schedule of the run. A bus operator can anticipate slippery floor surfaces from passengers loading and unloading. A bus operator runs through heavy traffic while dealing with passengers. The job can be more stressful and fatiguing than physically strenuous.