School Bus Operator Pool

• Position Type: TRANSPORTATION/ BUS OPERATOR
• Date Posted: 7/31/2025
• Location:
  
  Operations:
  Transportation

The School Bus Operator supports the ongoing enrichment of Atlanta Public Schools (APS) students through the facilitation of bus services. The incumbent operates the school buses safely under all types of weather conditions, transporting students and other authorized persons to and from school on regular, special education, and other routes. The school bus operator may make extracurricular trips as authorized by the local school system.

• Transports passengers over scheduled routes to and from school and/or field trips in a safe and timely manner
• Provides safe loading and unloading of all passengers from buses during regular transport and emergency situations
• Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc., to gather information required to perform job functions
• Assesses incidents, complaints, accidents, and/or potential emergency situations (e.g., road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.) to resolve and/or recommend a resolution to the situation
• Performs basic first-aid and safety practices
• Cleans assigned vehicles, both interior and exterior, to ensure safety, proper appearance, and sanitation of vehicles, which includes post-trip wipe-downs of the interior of the vehicle due to health or other emergency situations and concerns
• Conducts emergency evacuation drills at least twice a year to ensure the knowledge and efficiency of procedures and comply with mandated requirements
• Fuels assigned vehicle (e.g., oil, water, fuel, etc.) to maintain the vehicle in a safe operating condition
• Monitors students and other passengers during transit to ensure the safe transportation of all passengers
• Informs other school personnel and parents of events, policies, and/or practices (e.g., scheduled stops, established routes, route conditions, etc.) to provide information and/or clarification of procedures
• Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g., fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition, etc.) to ensure the safe operating condition of the vehicle and comply with mandated guidelines
• Prepares reports (e.g., field trip reports, incident reports, inspection records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.) documenting activities, providing written reference, conveying information, and/or complying with established guidelines
• Reports observations and/or incidents (e.g., discipline, bullying, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) to appropriate personnel for their action, submitting appropriate reports as necessary
• Responds to inquiries from students, parents, and/or staff to provide the necessary information regarding transportation services
• Assists with food or device distribution to students and others while wearing proper PPE when instructed or deemed appropriate
• Utilizes the electronic mobile data terminal (MDT) on the school bus to log in and log-out, as well as select routes and runs and complete reports
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
• Required to have prompt and regular attendance for scheduled shifts during regular business hours as mandated

• Knowledge and ability to apply pertinent codes, policies, regulations, and/or laws
• Ability to adhere to safety practices
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow printed and electronic maps, route descriptions, and directions
• Ability to operate district vehicles, fire extinguishers, two-way radios, and standard office equipment
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records
• Knowledge of emergency evacuation techniques
• Knowledge of area streets and locations
• Understanding of essential vehicle maintenance
• Knowledge of first aid, health standards, and hazards, including the ability to administer first aid
• Understanding of safe driving practices and safety practices and procedures
• Ability and knowledge to utilize wheelchairs, tie-downs, child safety seats, lifts, etc. (by assignment)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with students and adults
• Strong student management and customer service skills
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