Bus Driver for the 2025-2026 School Year

Public School of North Carolina•Jacksonville, NC

69d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Transport students safely and efficiently, to and from school, according to a specified route and time schedule. Provide a safe and orderly atmosphere while adhering to all safety regulations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Must have at least six months of driving experience as a licensed motor vehicle operator
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must posses a valid NC Driver's License and a good driving record
Must submit to a preemployment background check
Must submit to preemployment, as well as random and post-accident, drug testing
Must possess good moral character
Must maintain a professional appearance at all times
Must attend and successfully complete classroom (virtual) and behind the wheel training, conducted by DMV personnel
Must be able to obtain an NCDOT medical card (paid for by OCS)
Must have acceptable vision
Must have acceptable hearing
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
Must be able to stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, climb, and sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to enter and exit the bus in a forward-facing movement
Must be able to exit the bus through the rear emergency door
Must be able to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff
Must be able to perform routine cleaning task
Must be able to complete and update required paperwork in a timely manner

Responsibilities

Transport students to/from school from stops along established routes
Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, employees, equipment, and property
Obey all federal, state, and local laws
Adhere to all provisions of the Pupil Transportation Regulations of Board of Education and all terms of the School Bus Driver Handbook
Maintain knowledge of assigned routes and students assigned to bus
Supervise students and maintain discipline on the bus
Ensure students stay in seats while bus is in operation
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and report all damage and/or malfunctions to supervisor immediately
Clean and sanitize interior of the bus regularly
Clean exterior of bus including windows and light lenses
Report all traffic violations and accidents promptly
Report all injuries, illness, and discipline problems to the appropriate immediately or as soon as reasonably possible
Ensure that no student is left alone on bus without adult supervision at any time
Ensure all students have departed bus at the end of every route
Instruct students in rider safety annually and practice emergency exit drills at least twice annually
Prevent any object to be placed in the bus that would restrict passageways or emergency exits
Keep all items on the bus secured
Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather
Report personal absences in time for the supervisor to secure a substitute driver
Attend all required in-service training
Record mileage, maintain records, and complete reports fully and accurately
Exercise good judgement in appraising situations
Exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians, students, and all staff
Model non-discriminatory practices in all activities
Operate a two-way radio as a means of communication to supervisor and/or transportation department only
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor