School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

Richmond County (GA) Transportation Department - Augusta, Georgia Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Richmond County School System

Job : 5811109

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

Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Department or

Location:

Transportation Department

Position Type: Classified / Non-Contracted

Job Title: School Bus Driver

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Assistant Director of Transportation

Days Worked: 180 Days (10 months)

Education: High school diploma or GED.

Certification or Licensure: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License in either Class A or B with the proper P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements. Complete a pre-employment drug test. Must pass a training program as prescribed by the Georgia Department of Education. Must pass a physical examination by a licensed Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy before the date of employment following the approved examination (DE Form 0514) prescribed by the State Board of Education.

Skills: Have the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position. Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and the precautions to avoid traffic accidents. Knowledge of the local street and road system. Working mechanical knowledge of school buses in order to complete pre-and post-trip inspection of equipment as required by state commercial driver’s license requirements, or ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.

Ability to operate a school bus in the safe and efficient transportation of children. Ability to read and write, communicate orally, understand and carry out written and oral instructions, maintain effective control over groups of children, and work harmoniously with children and others. Ability to read and follow a road map. Ability to drive any size or type of school bus in the fleet.

Professional appearance and personality. Good moral character.

Work Experience: The minimum age to qualify as a school bus driver is twenty-one years of age. Minimum of two years of driving experience with an acceptable record (does not have to be a school bus). No addiction to the use of intoxicating liquor or narcotic drugs. Mental and emotional stability, which ensures normal driving competency and efficiency.

This position is responsible for operating school buses under all types of weather conditions including, but not limited to sun, fog, rain, sleet, hail, snow, and ice. Transport students and other authorized persons on  to and from  school routes in regular, special education, vocational, or extracurricular trips as authorized by the local school system. Employees in this class are responsible for following various assigned routes and schedules in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus.

• complete school bus driver training programs and courses as prescribed by the state and local boards of education.
• Operate the school bus safely and efficiently.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the school bus and its special equipment.
• Maintain orderly conduct of student passengers. Report unsafe acts or conditions.
• Operate the school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia and the policies of the State and local boards of education.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required by the local school system.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with school staff and the public.
• Complete legible, accurate, and required reports in the prescribed manner and on a timely basis.
• Provide maximum safety for passengers while on the bus and during loading and unloading.
• May transport students on field trips and outings.
• May be assigned to transport wheelchair-bound students. The driver will assist such students in boarding the bus, work lift equipment, and secure the wheelchair for transport as per current safety procedures.
• Clean and service the school bus which includes sweeping, washing, fueling, checking oil and coolant levels, etc., to the extent prescribed by the local school system. Report needed repairs.
• Perform other duties as directed by the local school system.
• Maintain routes and schedules as planned by the local school system personnel.
• Report any hazards along the existing route to the appropriate school official.
• Operates assigned school bus in compliance with state and county laws, School Board policy, and Department of Education regulations (Speed, stopping at RR crossing, pre-trip inspection, use of lights, use of seat belt, etc.).
• Takes precautions to avoid accidents.
• Loads and discharges students only at proper bus stops.
• Works with principals in dealing with discipline problems on the school bus.
• Assists students who become ill: cleans up as required.
• Report all accidents immediately to the local police and Transportation Office.
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections of the bus.…