Bus Driver

Bus Driver Position

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Transport students safely and efficiently to and from school and approved events.
• Meet all current State and federal regulations for driving safety and school bus operation.

Key Qualifications:

• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver certificate and commercial driver's license (CDL) in accordance with bus route/assignment, including special education recertification as applicable.
• Maintain a current Department of Transportation (DOT) physical as required by Board Policy.
• Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457
• Show aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including no DUI convictions.
• Possess successful drug screening results and be subject to and pass subsequent drug screening tests.
• Competent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to operate a school vehicle over an assigned route according to a defined time schedule, which may require driving during pre-daylight and dusk periods.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Prepares and submits monthly school bus report (Form TR1 or other required form).
• Prepares and submits an accident report when involved in an accident (TRIII or other required form).
• Performs daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and completes and submits form (TRV or other required form). Performs post-trip inspection of the bus
• Maintains a clean bus.
• Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.
• Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.
• Regulates heating, cooling and ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.
• Notifies supervisor and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness
• Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members and other employees.
• Keeps to the assigned driving schedule and picks up and discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary.

This position requires the ability to work independently and make sound judgments in a variety of situations. It also requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.

The selected candidate will be required to undergo a background check and possess a valid Alabama driver's license prior to hire.