Bus Driver-Houston County Schools

Job Title: Bus Driver

HOUSTON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Qualifications:

1. Possess and maintain a valid Alabama Bus Driver License (ABL) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with P/S endorsement.
2. Maintain a current Alabama School Bus Physical or ALDOT Health Card as required by state law or the Alabama State Department of Education.
3. Possess and maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record including the ability to remain insurable under school system insurance requirements.
4. Must meet background clearance as specified by Alabama statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Supervisor of Transportation/Principal/Designee

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system, its vision, goals, and priorities.
2. Adheres to all traffic laws and driving safety rules.
3. Prepares and submits monthly school bus reports as required.
4. Prepares and submits an accident report when involved in an accident.
5. Performs daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and completes and submits form as required. Performs post-trip inspection of the bus.
6. Performs duties in a courteous, professional manner.
7. Maintains a clean bus.
8. Maintains discipline while students are on the bus.
9. Reports students with discipline problems to the proper authority.
10. Reports all accidents immediately to the transportation office and other appropriate officials; follows school system procedures related to accidents and post-accident activities.
11. Regulates heating, cooling, and/or ventilation of the bus or vehicle for the comfort and safety of passengers.
12. Notifies supervisor and/or other appropriate authorities in case of mechanical failure of bus or lateness.
13. Maintains and uses communications and/or surveillance equipment on buses according to school system regulations.
14. Maintains cooperative and appropriate relationships with students, parents, community members, and other employees.
15. Picks up and discharges students at authorized stops in accordance with assigned route and schedule.
16. Prepares for and assists students in evacuating the bus when necessary.
17. Transports students on field trips and outings, athletic events, and other extracurricular or co-curricular events (evenings, nights, or other times) as assigned.
18. Attends scheduled training sessions.
19. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
20. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
21. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
22. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
23. Properly cares for tools, equipment, and material resources of the school system.
24. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
25. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
26. Reports identified mechanical needs to the Transportation Department.
27. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor(s).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Ability to pass a drug test in accordance with applicable law.
2. Proficient in written and verbal communication skills.
3. Ability to operate a school vehicle over an assigned route according to a defined time schedule, which may require driving during pre-daylight and dusk periods.
4. Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
5. Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force.
6. Physical ability to perform all duties and responsibilities as specified by state and federal regulations, including but not limited to pre-trip inspections, post-trip inspections, and bus evacuations.
7. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
8. Possesses physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, high-intensity work environment.

Terms of Employment:

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the system's approved compensation plan. The Salary Schedule may be viewed online at under the Human Resources tab. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the system.

Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job qualifications and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Houston County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.