Bus Driver - District; SY

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

GCPS is seeking qualified school bus drivers. This position offers health insurance.

School Bus Drivers must possess or have the ability to acquire an appropriate commercial driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia; must pass a physical examination as prescribed by the Virginia Department of Education; and possess and maintain a satisfactory driving record from the Virginia Division of Motor Vehicles that meets state requirements and indicates positive driving points.

• Drive a school bus; pick up and deliver students to/from school.
• Perform pre‑trip inspection of school bus; report operating and equipment deficiencies.
• Wash and sanitize bus.
• Fuel bus as required.
• Obey all traffic laws and observe mandatory safety regulations for school bus operations.
• Transport authorized students, school personnel, and/or authorized chaperones on special trips.
• Transport students to special events and field trips.
• Record mileage; maintain various records and prepare a variety of reports on activities.
• Ensure passenger safety; maintain discipline on bus; make reports as necessary.
• Make bus available for scheduled maintenance and/or repairs.
• Perform periodic emergency bus evacuation drills.
• Report all accidents and complete required reports.
• Perform related tasks as required.

General knowledge of the problems involved in operating a school bus; general knowledge of the geography of Giles County and the location of streets; skill in the safe operation of a school bus; ability to detect malfunctioning equipment; ability to assist children using patience and understanding; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school officials, public, associates and students.

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.

Possession of or ability to acquire an appropriate commercial driver’s license valid in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must pass physical examination as prescribed by the Department of Education of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must maintain a satisfactory driving record from the Division of Motor Vehicles that meets state requirements and indicates positive driving points.

Full‑time

$18,473 to $30,002 per year

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