Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Mercer County Schools District Wide - Harrodsburg, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Mercer County Schools

Job : 5931124

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Class Code: 7941

Basic Function:
Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

Mercer County Schools

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

Bus Driver

Reports to:

Transportation Director

Job Class Code: 7941

Work Schedule:

4 hours, 181 days

Pay Scale:
See Salary Schedule Approval Date: 1992

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

BASIC FUNCTION: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events, and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events, and field trips.
• Meet all bus driver qualifications and responsibilities as set forth in 702 KAR 5:080.
• Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students to the appropriate administrator.
• Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and communicate effectively with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheelchairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Maintain adequate and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
• Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
• Utilize two-way radio for bus-to-bus and bus-to-base communication.
• Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Safe driving practices.
• Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administrative Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
• First aid practices.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.

ABILITY TO:

• Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
• Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Meet schedules and timelines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Learn, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as…