Bus Driver SAHS Area)

Full Time Bus Driver (180 Days) (SAHS Area)

Aiken County Public Schools AIKEN HIGH SCHOOL - Aiken, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Aiken County Public School District , and CERRA-SC

Job : 5878859

Final date to receive applications: Apr 30, 2027 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Title: Bus Driver/Substitute Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Reports to: Transportation Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY: Support and uphold the mission, vision and strategic goals of Aiken County Public Schools. Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive environment. Under occasional supervision, drives and operates a school bus to transport students safely over specified routes established by and assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and submit to random drug or alcohol testing throughout tenure in accordance with federal and state guidelines for CDL holders.
• Must maintain a clean driving record and submit to being entered and queried into the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse in accordance with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
• Drives a school bus safely and professionally, demonstrating proficiency in handling and maneuvering a school bus.
• Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Complies with all traffic ordinances and operates equipment in accordance with district guidelines, state and federal laws/regulations.
• Attends scheduled safety meetings/in-services conducted by district transportation personnel and/or state transportation officials at various intervals throughout each school year.
• Prepares and maintains accurate reports assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.
• Reviews and comply with the specific requirements and responsibilities, which are outlined in the State Department of Education’s School Bus Drivers Handbook along with Aiken County School District Handbook.
• Communicates in an appropriate fashion with students, parents, and employees.
• Maintain current and accurate student seating charts along with students updated contact information.
• Ensure proper student management is in place to ensure safe school bus operations and submit student misconduct referrals to the transportation office.
• Performs practice drills or actual emergency bus evacuations as required.
• Operate a two-way radio to maintain effective communication with schools and transportation.
• Provides written reports of road hazards on assigned routes.
• Maintain a clean bus and report any vandalism or equipment failures to supervisor.
• Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Transportation Supervisor, Assistant Director, or Director.

At least 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED preferred, valid driver’s license and at least 12 months licensed driving experience with a class D, E, F, or G license. Must have no more than four (4) current points against driving record. Must have had no more than 4 points in the previous year. License shall not have been suspended at any time in the previous year.

Physical examination required prior to initial certification and/or re-certification. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty in a pleasant, professional, efficient manner. Must be reliable, responsible and dependable and fulfill obligations.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable…