Bus Driver (Substitute Driver)

Substitute Bus Driver

Transport students to and from assigned education center or designation. Controls passenger's behavior and maintains safe operation of the assigned bus.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of any GED Testing Program required.
• Candidate must be a minimum of 21 years of age, possess a valid Georgia CDL with PS endorsement, must have had a valid driver's license with a good driving record for a minimum of the past three years.
• Experience is preferred, but not mandatory. Pre-employment and annual physical exam by a license doctor of the district's choice is required. No addiction to alcohol or narcotic drugs.
• Drivers must submit to random drug testing and mandatory post-accident drug testing. A criminal background check is required.

Representative Duties & Responsibilities:

• Contacts dispatch as prescribed before and after route.
• Communicates with the department and schools effectively.
• Maintain a positive attitude toward the job, fellow workers, school staff, students, and parents.
• Drives designated route according to stop schedule and transports students to and from school or trip designations.
• Performs pre-trip and post trip inspection of bus as required by the department.
• Returns paperwork and keys promptly.
• Fuels assigned bus as needed for next route.
• Perform necessary average lifting up to 50 pounds and can assist in bus evacuations.
• Maintains a valid and appropriate license, as required for this position.
• Submits all reports and time sheets in a timely manner.
• Delivers bus to Fleet Mechanic as directed for scheduled maintenance.
• Reports any damage on the interior or exterior to the Fleet Mechanic using appropriate documentation.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable and punctual manner.
• Operates the bus without receiving a traffic violation or warning citation form state or local enforcement.
• Operates the bus without any preventable accidents.
• Maintains external and internal cleanliness of the bus as required for safe and comfortable operation.
• Monitors/operates communication devices for essential and emergency transmissions only.
• Conducts emergency drills as required.
• Reports delays, accidents, and unusual situations to the Director of Facilities and Operations.
• Maintains student discipline on the bus and refers serious infractions to the appropriate administrator using the Bus Referral Discipline Form.
• Establishes, maintains, and utilizes seating assignments as prescribed.
• Collects, maintains, and periodically updates emergency information and is aware of student's medical needs reported by the parent/guardian.
• Presents a professional appearance.
• Has the ability to drive any make or model of bus in the fleet.
• Operates wheelchair lift and secures door on lift during transport.
• Performs necessary tie downs for wheelchairs and seat security device's for students.
• Participates in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment.
• Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and material; adheres to the chain of command.
• Follows federal and state laws, as well as Board policies.
• Perform necessary average lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Assists monitor wheelchair lift and secures door on lift during transport, as needed.
• Alert and attentive at all times.
• Cell phone use is prohibited other than emergency use.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Ability to be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Constant and consistent ability to supervise students required.

Calhoun City Schools