District - Bus Driver

Humboldt County School District • Winnemucca, NV

400d

About The Position

The Bus Driver position at Humboldt County School District is responsible for the safe transportation of students, staff, and others to and from school, residential neighborhoods, and field trips. The role involves driving a school bus, conducting daily inspections, maintaining order among students, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of traffic laws, regulations, and road signs.
• Manual dexterity to operate the bus and conduct inspections.
• Visual and auditory acuity within normal ranges, with correction if needed.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to learn and comprehend information from manuals and procedures.
• Ability to physically move through the bus and classrooms.
• Ability to maintain composure under pressure and in emergencies.
• Ability to establish cooperative working relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Successful prior experience working as a bus driver, preferably in a school district.

Responsibilities

• Safely drives a school bus on designated routes during school days.
• Transports students, teachers, and others on field or activity trips.
• Inspects the assigned bus daily to ensure it is in good, clean, and safe working order.
• Cleans and refuels the bus as needed.
• Ensures communication devices are operational before each trip.
• Reports mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents promptly.
• Arranges for routine maintenance of the bus and transports it to maintenance facilities.
• Maintains order and discipline among students in accordance with district policies.
• Observes and tracks route timing for efficiency.
• Maintains and submits required records and reports.
• Ensures no child is left alone on the bus and that all children have departed at the end of routes.
• Inventories emergency and first aid supplies and reports needs to the Bus Foreman.
• Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures drills are held as required.
• Evacuates children in case of accidents/emergencies according to procedures and completes written reports as required.
• Attends and participates in trainings and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED