Bus Driver/Trainee

Summary:


We are seeking applicants to participate in the next Frederick County Public Schools Bus Driver Training class. Applicants and are not required to hold a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and paid training is provided. Applicants who are selected to participate in the training through FCPS will be paid at the bus driver in-training rate while completing the classroom and behind-the-wheel training. Training participants must successfully complete all training and earn a Virginia CDL with a bus driver endorsement in order to be eligible to begin work as an on-call substitute bus driver or contracted bus driver.

Contracted Bus Driver positions are typically 4.5 hours per day / 10 months / 180 days. Benefits for contracted drivers include sick leave, personal leave, health insurance (including dental and vision), retirement benefits through the Virginia Retirement System and group life insurance. Drivers may also bring up to two of their children or grandchildren (up to age 5) to ride on the bus they drive.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age: 21 years
• Hold valid driver's license with a driving record that is within 0-5 Safe Driving Points (Virginia). West Virginia license holders must supply FCPS with a driving record from the WV DMV that has a seal on it.
• Pass a physical exam, drug screen, and background checks
• Obtain a CDL Permit or possess a Class B CDL with the following endorsements: 1) Air brakes - vehicle equipped with air brakes; 2) School Bus (S), 3) Passenger Bus (P)
• Complete 5-week Bus Driver Training Program through FCPS

A high school diploma or GED is preferred.

This position requires participation in a Department of Transportation random drug screening program under guidelines for drivers holding a Commercial Drivers' License.

Pay Rate:

• Bus drivers in training - $15.00/hour
• Substitute Bus Driver - $100.22/day
• Contracted Bus Driver - $100.22-$165.06/day based on experience. An attendance bonus is also available.

Start Date:


Selected applicants will be notified of the scheduled dates for the next Bus Driver Training class.