2026 Summer Program Bus Driver/Safety Monitor

2026 Summer Program Bus Driver/Safety Monitor Orange County Schools Many Locations - Hillsborough, North Carolina. Open in Google Maps. This job is also posted in North Carolina School Jobs, and Orange County School District - NC. Job Details Job ID: 5561997 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Mar 02, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jun 15, 2026 Job Description POSITION TITLE Summer Programming Bus Driver/Safety Monitor SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT All Schools SALARY $80 per day (~4 hours) FLSA STATUS Non-Exempt REPORTS TO Director of Transportation SUPERVISES None WORK WEEK/HOURS SCHEDULED All Camps POSITION PURPOSE: The School Bus Driver operates a school bus on an assigned route(s) and schedules to provide safe and efficient transportation so that students may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the programs and offerings of the school system. Work involves performing pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of the bus; operating the bus; complying with all traffic laws and school bus regulations; adhering to all safety regulations and standards for school buses; and maintaining discipline among students assigned to ride the bus. An employee is also responsible for completing all required reports and securing the assigned bus before leaving the vehicle after a run or route. The employee must exercise tact and courtesy in maintaining acceptable relations with parents/guardians of students transported and with school personnel. Minimum Qualifications Considerable knowledge of safe and efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of a school bus Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and school bus regulations Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and standards for school buses General knowledge of the Transportation Department Operating Instructions Ability to physically inspect the bus according to the Transportation Department Operating Instructions Ability to detect and report observable mechanical defects or failures on the school bus Ability to maintain the discipline of students assigned to ride the school bus Ability to maintain a clean school bus Ability to complete required reports Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in applying standards to a variety of work situations Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students and with school personnel Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments Education, Training, and Experience Graduation from high school Experience driving large vehicles Any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities Certification and License Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License with school bus certification and S and P endorsements Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the NC Department of Motor Vehicles Preferred Qualifications Experience transporting humans as opposed to cargo Previous experience driving a school bus Essential Duties and Responsibilities Perform required pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections and document inspections as required by the Transportation Department Operating Instructions for bus drivers Report mechanical defect(s) or failure(s) to either the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, Bus Driver Manager, the mechanic on duty at the bus parking site, or the school bus garage control center; in the event that the assigned school bus is declared unfit for service, perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections on the substitute school bus According to the Transportation Department's Operating Instructions for bus drivers, perform a required post‑trip inspection to check for students who may still be asleep or incapacitated on board, and to identify any other irregularities or vandalism in the bus interior. Operate the assigned school bus on the route(s) and schedule provided by the Bus Driver Manager Report to the Bus Driver Manager on the day of occurrence, any students added to or deleted from the route by the school principal, which will necessitate a change in the route, bus stops, and/or schedule Obey all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the school bus Observe all safety regulations and standards for school buses, including, but not limited to, clearing the school bus and evacuating students quickly in the event of an emergency Possess a copy of the current Handbook for the School Bus Driver and the Safety Assistant; refer to it periodically for guidance and to answer questions Maintain discipline of students assigned to ride the school bus Establish a discipline plan that is consistent with school disciplinary objectives, as stated by the principal, and that provides a clear, progressive plan of consequences for students who cause disciplinary problems and rewards for those who maintain proper school bus safety standards Report undisciplined students to the responsible school principal Discharge students only at the authorized school or bus stop locations Transport only authorized students Keep the school bus clean and free of papers, bottles, cans, food wrappers, and other items that may present a safety issue Report all accidents as required by Transportation Operating Instructions and remain at the scene of the accident until released by the on‑scene transportation supervisor Complete personal time cards and required reports, including reports required in the event of an accident or incident aboard the school bus Remain in charge of all students aboard the bus at the time of an accident, determining the existence and extent of any injuries, and maintaining the safety of all passengers Secure the assigned bus before leaving the vehicle after a run or route; includes parking the vehicle properly, making a visual inspection of the bus to check for damage and the possibility of remaining passengers (turn off childminder alarm), and securing all windows and doors to protect the interior of the vehicle Maintain acceptable and appropriate relationships with parents/guardians of students transported and with school personnel Perform additional duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Assistant Director Working Conditions Physical Demands Work is considered light physical work requiring up to 20 pounds of force. Work Environment Employees in this position must work in indoor and outdoor environments and come in direct contact with OCS staff, students, and the public. #J-18808-Ljbffr