School Bus Driver

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license and must not have served a suspension relating to any hazardous driving volition or have more
  
  

than four points against his/her driver record (MVR) in the previous twelve months. Also, must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License.

• Bus drivers shall pass a physical exam prior to initial certification as a bus driver and at time of recertification. A pre-
  
  

employment drug and alcohol test is also necessary.

• Satisfactorily complete the driver training course conducted by the State Department of Education and receive a school bus
  
  

driver’s certificate that will entitle the holder to operate a school bus in the state of South Carolina.

Physical Requirements

• Have enough physical strength to operate a bus with ease.
• Have proper height, weight and posture to assure normal vision and control of a school bus.
• Must be free from any physical defects that would interfere with the safe operation of a school bus.
• Eyesight and hearing must meet state requirements.
  
  

Reports To

Director of Transportation and Site Supervisor

Job Goal

To transport students safely, efficiently and economically to and from school on a daily basis and to extracurricular events on a non-regular basis.

Supervises

To transport students safely, efficiently and economically to and from school on a daily basis and to extracurricular events on a non-regular basis.

Performance Responsibilities

• To conduct pre-trip inspection of school bus prior to every trip for defects.
• To use established routes and designated bus stops.
• To report bus accidents and student injuries to authorities.
• To operate bus on approved time schedule.
• To conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with state regulations.
• To instruct riders of district discipline code.
• To drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
• To drive with safety of students as first priority.
• To report personal absences in time for supervisor to secure substitute driver.
• To wash bus inside and out. Supplies are furnished by school district.
• To report bus defects to supervisor.
• To establish favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students and principals.
• To exhibit positive image as a loyal representative of the school district.
• To demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations governing school bus operation.
• To have knowledge of all traffic laws and regulations.
• To be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies.
• To maintain a neat and clean personal appearance.
• To complete all paper work required by the state or by the school district.
• To attend all in-service training required by the school district.
  
  

Terms Of Employment

180 Days per year.

Evaluation

Performance on this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of non-certified personnel.