Bus Driver

REPORTS TO: Transportation Supervisor

JOB FUNCTION: To transport students safely to and from their selected bus stop

Hours:

EXAMPLE OF POTENTIAL SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 5:00am-9:00am and 1:30pm-6:00pm

25/WEEK Part-time

40/WEEK Full-time

(Hours given as available)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Drive School bus to transport to their next destination
• Maintains knowledge of assigned bus routes and students assigned to the bus
• Obey all Federal, State, and Local laws, policies, regulation, administrative codes and transportation operation guidelines
• Preform Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections. Check the condition of vehicle tires, brakes, windshield, wipers, lights, oil, fuel, water and safety equipment’s to ensure that everything is in working order.
• Perform Post-Trip inspection check for items left on the bus, vandalism to the bus and bus equipment. Ensure all students have exited the bus.
• Secure the end of scheduled route ensuring that vehicle is properly parked and all windows and doors are secured. Complete a visual inspections of the bus and report any bus defects or repairs needed daily.

Ability To:

• Your current driving record must be in good status (not suspended, disqualified or revoked)
• Must have dependable transportation to and from work.
• Must have the ability to obtain a CDL License with P/S endorsement
• Must be able to perform essential functions of the job
• Exercise responsible leadership. Communicate in a professional and positive manner at all times with parents, staff, students, school officials and any other individual you may come in contact with.
• Maintain current updates on jobs duties and equipment.

Commute/Relocate

• Charlotte, NC: reliable transportation to commute to and from work and/or relocate (if needed) before starting position

Experience / License-Certification

• School Bus Driving (preferred)
• CDL (preferred)
• P-passenger and S-school bus endorsements

Qualifications

• Have a good driving record
• Be at least 18 years of age with a valid driver license with at least 6 months experience
• Class B CDL with a P & S endorsement (preferred)
• Ability to complete a School Bus Driving Class and training with the Department of Motor Vehicle
• Ability to follow direction written or oral
• Transportation 1 year (preferred)