Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Jessamine County School District, Jessamine County Schools Bus Garage – Nicholasville, Kentucky

Job : 3303003

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 08, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Class title: BUS DRIVER

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 the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.

• Drive a school bus over designated routes according to specified schedules and regulations related to pupil transportation in the State.
• Pick up and discharge students under varying weather conditions at established bus stops; report incidents affecting student safety.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance, including cleaning windows, mirrors, interior, checking fuel, oil, water levels, brakes, brake lights, and doors; report mechanical defects.
• Maintain order and discipline among students on the bus following District policies; interact with parents regarding questions or concerns.
• Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
• Transport physically and mentally handicapped students, lifting and securing wheelchairs, and assist in loading/unloading as necessary.
• Observe applicable local, State, and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Fuel and clean the exterior and interior of buses, picking up debris, sweeping, mopping floors, wiping upholstery, and cleaning headlights.
• Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven, number of children transported, and prepare 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 related duties as assigned.

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

• 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.
• Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
• Learn designated bus routes, stops, and traffic hazards.
• Maintain routine records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Understand and follow oral and written 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 necessary.

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in operation of a motor vehicle.

Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement;
School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.

Full‑Time

• Brad Woods, Director of Transportation
• Jessamine County Schools Bus Garage
• Phone: 859‑885‑4891
• Email: brad.woodschools.us