Transportation Bus Driver

Hawkins County Board of Education; Rogersville (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a school bus driver, ensuring the safety and well-being of students during transportation. This role requires a CDL class B license with a PS endorsement and at least 5 years of driving experience. You'll be responsible for maintaining a safe environment, adhering to traffic regulations, and promoting positive behavior among students. A commitment to professionalism and safety is essential, as you will engage with parents, teachers, and school officials. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives and enjoy driving, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Must possess a CDL class B license with a PS endorsement.
• 5+ years of driving experience required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain neat appearance and cooperate with school officials.
• Participate in state-sponsored driver training program.
• Promote safety habits with students during transport.

Skills

CDL class B license

Driving experience

Drug screening

Background check

Safety promotion

Job description

Reports To: Transportation Supervisor

Qualifications:

1. School bus drivers shall possess a CDL class B license with a PS endorsement and have not less than 5 years of driving experience with an unrestricted operator’s license.
2. Annual physical examinations are required for all school bus drivers.
3. All drivers are required to have a drug screening test before being hired.
4. All drivers are subject to random drug testing.
5. All drivers are required to have a background check before being hired.
6. School bus drivers shall not use profanity or tobacco in any form nor be under the influence of any intoxication drink or other drug.
7. Substitute or alternative drivers shall meet all qualifications and requirements for regular drivers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Neat in appearance, courteous to parents and children, and cooperative with teachers and school officials.
2. Participate in the state-sponsored 24-hour driver training program.
3. Obey all state and local traffic regulations.
4. Wear seat belts at all times when such belts are provided.
5. Remain on buses while students are on the bus, including loading and unloading.
6. Promote safety habits with the group of students being transported.
7. Report any misconduct of students to the principal of the school to which the student attends.
8. Sweep and clean bus at least once each day.

Capacity and Ability Requirements:

The usual job demands require the following physical requirements: some lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, some stooping, kneeling, and physical dexterity.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District’s approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the District.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.