Substitute - Bus Operator

Substitute
- Bus Operator

Richmond City Public Schools Transportation
- Richmond, Virginia

• Job : 5828772
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

JOB STATUS: CONTINUOUS

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to understand written and oral instructions; some knowledge of city streets and traffic regulations.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• No felony conviction charge.
• No more than two moving violations in the last 12 months.
• Zero driving points or above.
• Not assigned by a judge to a driving improvement clinic.
• Bilingual skills to include Spanish are a plus.
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) must be obtained prior to becoming a substitute bus operator.
• Special
  
  Note:
  
  RPS has training to assist with obtaining a Commercial Driver's License. CDL Learner's Permit must be obtained prior to training.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS:

• Drives a school bus; picks up and delivers students to and from school, field trips, and special events.
• Conducts pre-trip and post-trip inspections according to Virginia Department of Education (8
  
  VAC
  20 – 70-380) guidelines.
• Maintains safety equipment; reports unsafe bus conditions.
• Adheres to preventive maintenance schedule.
• Completes required forms and reports accurately and timely.
• Adheres to safety rules, motor regulations, and laws; attends all scheduled meetings.
• Loads bus according to established procedures; follows designated route schedule and stops at authorized stops only.
• Notifies proper authorities of bus breakdown or schedule deviations; ensures all pupils are accounted for and all runs are covered.
• Reports all operating and equipment deficiencies; washes and cleans the bus; fuels bus as required.
• Obeys all traffic laws and mandatory safety regulations for school bus operations; transports only authorized students.
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports; conducts periodic emergency bus evacuation drills.
• Provides excellent customer service to students and staff; maintains passenger safety and discipline.
• Makes bus available for periodic maintenance; performs related tasks as required.

GENERAL DEFINITION AND CONDITIONS OF WORK:

• Transports pupils to and from school and special events; performs related work as required.
• Work is performed under regular supervision.
• Shall have no limitations that interfere with the ability to control and drive a school bus.
• Occasional operation of vehicles during inclement weather is required.

REPORTS TO: Assigned Transportation Supervisor

HOURS OF OPERATION: 6:00-6:30 am to 9:00-9:30 am and 1:30-2:00 to 4:30-5:00 pm

OTHER INFORMATION: Information needed to prepare for CDL Instructor Permit:

• Go to DMV and get the CDL manual
• Study to obtain the Class “B” license (and related sections in the CDL Manual)

• The four tests required:
  General knowledge, Air Brake, Transporting Passengers, School Bus

All applicants must submit an online application. Please access the website at:

When completing your application, include two email addresses of your professional references or upload letters of reference. Richmond City Public Schools will conduct a background investigation, fingerprinting, tuberculosis screening, and drug/alcohol testing as a condition of employment. EOE.

LENGTH OF

CONTRACT:

This is a temporary job and can be terminated at any time by Richmond Public Schools. There may be an opportunity for a permanent position; guidelines apply.

START DATE: Based on School Board approval

• Position Type: Sub
• Salary: $22 to $22 Per Hour

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