Bus Operator

3 weeks ago

Gastonia, United States Gaston County Schools Full time
Job Title: Bus Driver

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-conscious Bus Driver to transport students to and from school, as well as on field trips. The ideal candidate will have a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with "P" and "S" endorsements, a clean driving record, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Transport students safely to and from school and on field trips
  • Perform student counts and gather information concerning students and routes as required by the School and Transportation Department
  • Obey all traffic laws and observe all safety regulations for school buses
  • Maintain student discipline and report disciplinary matters to the proper authority
  • Keep assigned bus clean and maintain assigned schedule
  • Check bus prior to operation for mechanical problems/concerns and notify the proper authority in case of mechanical failure or schedule delay/lateness
  • Report all accidents, driving hazards, and other related incidents
  • Adhere to Bus Driver Agreement and follow Bus Driver's Handbook
Requirements:
  • Must be at least 18 years of age with at least six (6) months of driving experience with a valid operator's license
  • Must possess a valid driver's license and have or be willing to obtain the required commercial Driver's License (CDL) with "P" and "S" endorsements
  • Must have no STOP entry appearing on the driving record
  • Must successfully complete the classroom and road training course, if not licensed
  • Must possess the ability to work independently with minimum supervision once the job and route are learned
  • Willing to clean the bus after students/passengers daily
  • Must have and maintain a good driving record
  • Must be safety conscious
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be physically able to operate a school bus
  • Able to climb steps multiple times daily
  • Must be able to quickly decelerate the bus and firmly apply the brake in an emergency situation
  • Must be able to turn the steering wheel of the vehicle rapidly in an emergency situation
  • Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up-to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up-to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects

This is a safety-sensitive position, and the employee will be subject to random drug testing.

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