Substitute - Bus Operator

Substitute Bus Operator

Job Status: Continuous

Qualifications: Must have a high school diploma or its equivalency. Ability to understand written and oral instructions and some knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations. Must be at least 21 years of age. No felony conviction charge. No more than two moving violations in the last 12-months. Must have zero driving points or above. Have not been assigned by a judge to take driving improvement clinic. Bilingual skills to include Spanish are a plus. Commercial Driver License (CDL) must be obtained prior to becoming a substitute bus operator. Special Note: RPS has training to assist with obtaining Commercial Driver's License. CDL Learner's Permit must be obtained prior to training.

Performance Expectations: Drives a school bus; picking up and delivering students to and from school, field trips and special events. Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to the Virginia Department of Education (8VAC20 – 70-380) guidelines. Maintains safety equipment; reports unsafe bus conditions. Adheres to preventive maintenance schedule. Completes required forms and reports in an accurate and timely manner. Adheres and complies with safety rules, motoring regulations and laws. Attends all scheduled meetings. Loads bus according to established procedures. Follows designated route schedule and stop at authorized stops only. Notifies proper authorities of bus breakdown or deviations in schedule. Ensures all pupils are accounted for and all runs are covered. Reports all operating and equipment deficiencies. Washes bus; cleans bus inside and out; fuels bus as required. Obeys all traffic laws and observes mandatory safety regulations for school bus operations. Transports only authorized students. Reports all accidents and completes required reports. Conducts periodic emergency bus evacuation drills. Provides excellent customer service to students and staff. Ensures passenger safety; maintains discipline on bus. Makes bus available for periodic maintenance. Performs related tasks as required.

General Definition and Conditions of Work: Performs work transporting pupils to and from school and special events; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. Person shall have no limitations that will interfere with the ability to control and drive a school bus. Occasional operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required.

Reports To: Assigned Transportation Supervisor

Hours of Operation: 6:00-6:30am to 9:00-9:30am and 1:30-2:00 to 4:30-5:00pm

Other Information: Information Needed to Prepare for CDL Instructor Permit:

• Go to DMV and get the CDL manual
• Study to get the Class "B" license (therefore study the sections in the CDL Manual pertaining to the Class "B" license sections listed below.)
• The four tests that are needed to be taken are:
• General knowledge test (50 questions) – you will not be allowed to take the other tests until you pass the general knowledge which includes Transporting Cargo (this is part of the general knowledge).
• Air Brake Test - most of the buses have air brakes (25 questions)
• Transporting Passengers Test (20 questions)
• School Bus Test (20 questions)

How to Apply: All applicants must submit an on-line application. Please access website at

When completing your application, include two email addresses of your professional references or upload letters of references. A combination of one professional reference email address and one letter are accepted. Richmond City Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting, tuberculosis screening and drug/alcohol testing as a condition of employment. EOE.

Length of Contract: This is a temporary job and can be terminated at any time by Richmond Public Schools. There may be opportunity for a permanent position, guidelines apply.

Start Date: Based on School Board approval