Bus Driver

Nash County Public SchoolsNashville, NC
11h$17Onsite

About The Position

The employee operates school buses transporting students on established routes according to a time schedule, while complying with all traffic regulations. Guidelines and procedures are set forth in the Bus Driver Manual.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
  • Must have no points on driving record and be able to pass required physical exam including drug test.
  • Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), and pass State Skill Test and State Written Test
  • Ability to work in a friendly manner with co-workers and students.
  • Ability to read and understand maps.
  • Ability to pass State Skill Test, State Written Test, Department of Transportation physical and MDE Basic Training Program.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form.
  • Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.
  • Considerable knowledge of safe and efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of a school bus.
  • Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and school bus regulations.
  • Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and standards for school buses.
  • General knowledge of Transportation Department Operating Instructions.
  • Ability to physically inspect the bus according to Transportation Department Operating Instructions.
  • Ability to detect and report observable mechanical defects or failures on the school bus.
  • Ability to maintain discipline of students assigned to ride the school bus.
  • Ability to maintain a clean school bus.
  • Ability to complete required reports.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in applying standards to a variety of work situations.
  • Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students and with school personnel.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

Responsibilities

  • Drives school bus safely and professionally.
  • Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip inspections.
  • Complies with all traffic rules and regulations.
  • Complies with discipline policies set forth in the School Code of Conduct for Transportation.
  • Participates in on-site training.
  • Demonstrates proficiency in handling and maneuvering school bus.
  • Maintains safe and orderly environment on the bus.
  • Supervises the safe loading and unloading of students.
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