Bus Driver Job Fort Mill area,South Carolina USA,Transportation

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Pleasant and positive personality.
Have a valid driver's license.
Ability to assist the public with tact and enthusiasm.
A genuine passion for working with children.
Possess and maintain CDL –B with P&S endorsement, or ability to obtain said license and certification within six months.
Satisfactorily complete the driver training course conducted by the State Department of Education.

Reports to

Director of Transportation

Job Goal

To operate a school bus in accordance with all state laws and regulations to transport students to and from school facilities. Is responsible for maintaining discipline of students being transported.

Performance Responsibilities

To conduct pre-trip inspection of school bus prior to every trip for defects.
To use established routes and designated bus stops.
To report bus accidents and student injuries to authorities.
To conduct emergency evacuation drills in keeping with state regulations.
To operate bus on approved time schedule.
To maintain discipline of students being transported.
To drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
To operate equipment in accordance with all state laws and regulations.
To wash bus inside and out. Supplies are furnished by school district.
To report bus defects to supervisor.
To assign students to seats and maintain a current status of students.
To establish a safe, supportive, positive and productive environment.
To exhibit positive image as a loyal representative of the school district.
To be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies.
To maintain a neat and clean personal appearance.
To complete all paper work required by the state or by the school district.
To attend all in-service days required by the school district.
To perform other duties as required.

Physical Demands

In addition to successfully passing the South Carolina Department of Education Physical Performance test, drivers are also expected to be able to assist, move, push, pull, or lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. Be physically able to withstand prolonged periods of sitting, standing, bending, squatting, walking, reaching, and repetitive movements.

Terms of Employment

BD1 FMSD Salary Schedule, 180 contract days per year. Non-exempt. Salary placement based upon experience and education based on district formula.

Evaluation

Performance on this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board’s policy on evaluation on non-certified personnel.

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