What are the responsibilities and job description for the Bus Driver position at Haywood County School District?
TITLE: Bus Driver
REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation
SUPERVISES: N/A
TERM: 10 months
JOB GOAL: School Bus Drivers are responsible for safely transporting children to and from school and related events.
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QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid and appropriate driver's license
- Must have or Obtain a Valid Tennessee Commercial Driver’s License with a passenger (P) and school (S) endorsement Safe driving record which meets the County Office of Education's insurance requirements
- Has or obtain ASE school bus certification (s)
- Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) Physical and TB Test
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with
provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of personnel.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Description: Bus Driver
- Drives a school transportation vehicle within a prescribed route(s) in accordance with time schedules; picking up and discharging students at designated stops
- May operate a special ramp bus; loads and unloads students in wheelchairs on and off bus, inspecting wheelchair for operational safety; operates ramp; positions and secures wheelchair in bus
- Transports students and teacher on field trips to various locations; planning necessary route(s) and stops as needed
- Maintains order an proper discipline of student passengers according to district policy
- Conduct safety and operational inspection of assigned vehicle daily
- Reports needed mechanical repairs when necessary
- Maintains cleanliness of vehicle to ensure safe operating condition
- Completes periodic mileage and other reports including passenger counts
- Attends various meetings regarding safety, first aid and training updates as required
- Attends driver training programs to maintain current knowledge of California Motor Vehicle Code and the Education Code as it applies to the operation of vehicles in the transportation of school children
- Performs other related duties as assigned
- Work as a team member with other transportation employees
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Complete online application.
If you have questions please contact Jeremiah Cavitt at 731-772-9613 or jeremiah.cavitt@hcsk12.net
Position is available until filled.
Haywood County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, political affiliation, disability, or sex in its educational programs or employment.
