Bus Drivers/Bus Substitute Driver

Bus Drivers/Bus Substitute Driver

Perform skilled work in the operation of light and heavy school buses and other approved vehicles in transporting students.

• Transports students to and from school, following a preplanned route according to a definite time schedule.
• Regulates heating equipment and ventilation of the bus for the comfort of passengers.
• Drives bus carefully and in compliance with traffic regulations.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety of school children in loading, unloading and transporting them to and from school.
• Instructs children in safety precautions and practices.
• Signals children when to cross street or highway and assures that children are safely across upon departure from bus.
• Maintains discipline; reports unruly behavior to the principal of the school or to supervisor.
• Inspects and sweeps bus. Checks water, gas, oil, and mechanical condition before leaving on run.
• Reports delays and accidents.
• Keeps operational records and makes simple reports.
• Reports defects or problems with the vehicle to shop supervisor.
• Assures bus meets regular maintenance schedules.
• Performs related work as directed by supervisor(s) in a prompt, efficient, and effective manner.

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

• Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations, and of the precautions necessary to avoid accidents.
• Ability to operate a bus in a safe and economical manner.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to perform work requiring good physical condition.
• Ability to relate to students, parents and school system personnel.
• Ability to complete various forms and records, including updated route sheets, timesheets, field trip forms, incident and accident reports, etceteras.

Training and Experience:

• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Completion of first aid and driving courses.
• Training on highway safety rules and regulations.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Appropriate State of Mississippi Driver license.
• Completion of a performance test in school bus operation.
• Must pass an annual physical examination and random drug screening.
• Must pass police background check