Transportation - Bus Driver - Substitute

The Bibb County School District is now accepting applications for the postion of Bus Driver.

Substitute Bus Driver - Works on as needed basis only

Summary Description of Classification: Under general supervision, controls the operation of a school bus. Employees in this class are responsible for following an assigned route and schedule in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates a school bus in transporting children to and from schools; may transport students on field trips and outings.
• May transport wheelchair bound students; assists such students in boarding bus; lifts and places wheelchairs in bus in secure position; transports students' medical apparatus.
• Operates vehicle in compliance with state and county laws and departmental regulations.
• Takes precautions to avoid accidents.
• Maintains order among students aboard school bus and reports cases of misbehavior to school officials.
• Assists students who become ill; cleans up as required.
• Completes pre- and post-trip inspections of bus. Checks gas, oil, and water daily. Responsible for appearance of assigned vehicle and for reporting mechanical defects upon detection to repair shop.
• Keeps records of operation of bus and submits required reports; compiles and submits accident report information and reports prolonged traffic delays.
• Attends safety meetings.
• Performs related work as required.
• Attendance and punctuality is an essential function of the position.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED certificate required.
• Five years experience as a motor vehicle operator, during which time a valid driving license was held.
• Satisfactory completion of a prescribed pre-service instructional program within a reasonable period of time.
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operates a school bus in transporting children to and from schools; may transport students on field trips and outings.
• May transport wheelchair bound students; assists such students in boarding bus; lifts and places wheelchairs in bus in secure position; transports students' medical apparatus.
• Operates vehicle in compliance with state and county laws and departmental regulations.
• Takes precautions to avoid accidents.
• Maintains order among students aboard school bus and reports cases of misbehavior to school officials.
• Assists students who become ill; cleans up as required.
• Completes pre- and post-trip inspections of bus. Checks gas, oil, and water daily. Responsible for appearance of assigned vehicle and for reporting mechanical defects upon detection to repair shop.
• Keeps records of operation of bus and submits required reports; compiles and submits accident report information and reports prolonged traffic delays.
• Attends safety meetings.
• Performs related work as required.
• Attendance and punctuality is an essential function of the position.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Five years' experience as a motor vehicle operator, during which time a valid driving license was held.
• Satisfactory completion of a prescribed pre-service instruction program within a reasonable period of time.
• Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.

Certificate and License Requirements: Valid Georgia Commercial Drivers' License with S and P endorsements.

SALARY/TERMS/BENEFITS:

• Grade 103B (Works on as needed basis.)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To apply for this position, please complete an online classified application, submit a letter of interest and resume by attachment to your application. Educational documentation (diploma/transcripts) and three Classified Professional References must be attached to your application.

BIBB COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER