7 Hour Floater Bus Driver

Salary: $24.05 Hourly
Location : Transportation, Ashland, VA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 03990
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description

** Minimum hourly rate listed, individual will be placed on bus driver scale based on experience**
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

A bus driver floater is a flexible, unassigned driver who covers various routes to fill in for absent, sick, or vacationing regular drivers. Drivers must be ready to pivot at a moment's notice, covering various routes across the division to include SPED routes that service areas outside of the division.
Responsible for the safe operation of a school bus. Transports students safely to and from school, and other sites within designated route(s) or as runs assigned. Adheres to time schedules when picking up students and reporting to schools. Stays informed of schedule changes and responds appropriately. Accurately completes and maintains all required reports and documentation. Exhibit professionalism in all aspects of providing transportation services.

Qualifications: KSA's, Education

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated ability to operate a large vehicle safely and punctually in all weather conditions, using safe and defensive driving methods; Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students; Demonstrated ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting children; Demonstrated ability to give and follow instructions, work well under stressful conditions or emergencies and maintain confidentiality; Must have the ability to: maintain control of students in a safe and calm manner while operating the vehicle; assist children using patience and understanding; effectively communicate and present information in person or using a two-way radio; establish and maintain favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, teachers, students and principals; exhibit a positive, professional image as a representative of the school division; demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state and federal authorities; apply common sense understanding to carry out written or oral instructions; detect malfunctioning equipment; demonstrate alertness and good judgment concerning emergencies, disabled vehicles and irregular special requests by parents of riders; to safely operate a hydraulic lift when necessary; administer first aid when necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Required : High school diploma or equivalent; Successful completion of Virginia Department of Education's training to operate a school bus and all Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles written and practical pre-trip and on-road tests to a commercial driver's license. Ability to operate all vehicle types used in transporting students. Valid Va. CDL
8 hour position requires, a minimum of three years of school bus driving experience.
A comparable amount of training and experience that provides the candidate with the necessary knowledge, skill and abilities to be able to perform the functions of the position, is acceptable in lieu of the diploma.

Terms of Employment

LOCATION: Transportation
WORK SCHEDULE: 7 hours
PAYGRADE: Bus Driver Scale
SALARY SCALE: Bus Driver Scale
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt



Physical requirements and Disclaimer

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS REQUIREMENTS:
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential job functions. Must have and maintain the physical ability to safely operate the school bus and perform related job functions. Requires the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact. The driver must be able to perform any required functions such as a vehicle pre-trip inspection, emergency evacuation to include, but not limited to, entering and exiting the school bus. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus and discern colors. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, sit, stand, twist, push use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must be able to smell smoke, fuel, and other odors.
The driver will be required to secure students, lift, carry and/or push moderately heavy students as assigned. Regularly requires the employee to lift and/or move up to 35 lbs., and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance. Must be able to pass annual safety testing, annual physical to operate a school bus and meet any requirements as outlined in the Transportation Handbook.


WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may work near moving mechanical parts. The employee is exposed to various weather conditions to include, but not limited to, wet and/or humid and cold/hot weather conditions. Also, the employee may be exposed to fumes and airborne particles, as well as minor vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
Rev. 05/2019; 11/07; Hanover County Public Schools assures Equal Employment Opportunities and equal education opportunities for employees and students as required by Federal and State Orders and Laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. However, management and administration reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary. It is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position.
Contracted positions may be offered after successfully completing the paid transportation training program.

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The Hanover County School Board does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, disability or national origin in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The Director for Special Education is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination for access to and implementation of programs under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources is designated as coordinator for non-discrimination regarding personnel matters under Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act. To contact Hanover County Public Schools by phone, you may call View phone number on click.appcast.io