Substitute Bus Operators

JOB TITLE:

Substitute Bus Operator IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Director of Transportation/ Transportation Supervisor FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt EMPLOYMENT TERM: as needed, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8; extended employment terms may be established by JCBOE

Pursuant to West Virginia Code, if a current JCS employee is selected as a finalist for this position, the employee is not eligible to transfer until the 2027–2028 school year.

A Bus Operator means a person employed to operate school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided by the State Board. (Pursuant to WV §18A-4-8) A Bus Operator is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of students to their destinations by maintaining an orderly and disciplined bus environment.

Bus Operatorsperform dutiesin accordance with traffic regulations andcountypolicies. They are required to maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus and conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure the safety of the vehicle and passengers. Bus Operatorsmust also be able to communicate effectively with passengers, dispatch, and other drivers. This position requires a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsement.

A Bus Operator should have a good driving record. A successful candidate for this position should be reliable, punctual, and have excellent customer service skills.

Jefferson County Schools is looking for skilled Bus Operators who will be responsible for operating buses or other school transportation vehicle, ranging from 15-passenger to 92-passenger, to pick up and drop off students and transporting passengers safely to their destinations. In this position, the successful candidate will be expected to maintain a clean and mechanically sound vehicle, follow traffic rules and regulations, and provide excellent customer service to passengers.

• Operate a bus safely and efficiently to transport passengers to various destinations
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving
• Perform re/post trip inspections
• Learn route, including pick up and drop off locations
• Safely use fire extinguisher
• Assist and supervise students with disabilities
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the bus
• Walk from the operator's seat to the rear of the bus
• Maintain a clean and orderly bus interior
• Mop and clean inside and outside the vehicle
• Open all emergency exits
• Install snow chains on the bus
• Raise the hood of a conventional school bus and check oil levels and antifreeze levels
• Remove obstructions from the windshield and under wiper blades
• Adjust outside mirrors
• Secure a wheelchair
• Communicate with students, parents, school officials, supervisors, dispatch and other drivers as needed to coordinate routes and schedules
• Report any accidents, incidents, or mechanical problems to the appropriate authorities
• Complete proper paperwork
• Work overtime as needed
• Attend training sessions and meetings as required
• Maintains confidentiality
• Complies with JCS policies
• Perform all duties outlined in WV State Board of Education Policy 4336 which is available at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..doc

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have at least 3 years of driving experience as a licensed operator of any vehicle
• Clean driving record with no accidents or violations
• Must obtain and maintain WV CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsements
• Must successfully complete WV School Bus Safety Program and pass requisite online and skills tests
• Must be able to climb in and out of bus to check engine compartment
• Must maintain valid CPR and First Aid certification
• Must pass a physical examination from a Medical Examiner as defined by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration as well as drug and alcohol screen
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to tolerate ill children and clean up from students' sickness accidents
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test
• Excellent driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good physical health and ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must meet all…