Bus Driver

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• Drive the designated route to the schedule and transport students safely to and from school or other locations.
• Comply with local, state and federal traffic laws and regulations.
• Operate VHS/DVR camera on all school buses.
• Operate and monitor a 2‑way radio to communicate with the Transportation Department and maintain orderly conduct of students.
• Provide maximum safety for passengers while operating the bus and during loading and unloading of students.
• Walk to the back of the bus after each route to ensure no student is left on the bus; regulate heating, lighting and ventilation for student comfort.
• Report any hazardous situations, delays, damages or accidents to the Transportation Department.
• Complete student discipline reports as required.
• Conduct emergency drills as required.
• Conduct daily maintenance checks on the bus and bring the bus to Transportation for scheduled monthly service and inspections.
• Fuel the bus as needed, keeping level at least half‑tank; attend all Transportation meetings as required.
• Report issuance of any traffic citation or loss of CDL immediately to Transportation.
• Demonstrate prompt and regular attendance.

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred). Ability to pass all written tests and obtain a valid Class B Georgia Commercial Driver’s License with appropriate endorsements. Pass the annual physical examination required by the State of Georgia Board of Education, including a pre‑employment drug test. Must have acceptable criminal background and fingerprint check. Driving record must not contain anyone under the influence of drugs/alcohol within the last 10 years.

Ability to respond quickly to emergency situations, work independently, adhere to legal statutes, organizational rules, and community standards, and work well with students, parents, and school staff. Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop and/or kneel; push, pull, and/or reach overhead; lift and move items up to 25 pounds, sometimes up to 50 pounds.

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It is the policy of the Bartow County School System, consistent with its obligations under state and federal law to establish and maintain drug‑free schools and workplaces, to require applicants for covered positions to consent to a pre‑employment, post‑offer drug test.

The Bartow County Board of Education reserves the right to accept equivalent qualifications as the Board may deem appropriate and acceptable.

The Bartow County School System does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin or disability in its educational programs, activities or employment practices.