Bus Operator

Bus Operator # 1362

Jefferson County Schools BUS GARAGE - Kearneysville, West Virginia

Job : 5826405

Final date to receive applications: Jul 17, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Jul 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Bus Operator

Immediate Supervisor: Director of Transportation / Transportation Supervisor

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Employment Term: 200 days, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8; extended employment terms may be established by JCBOE

Employee transfer restriction: If a current JCS employee is selected as a finalist for this position, the employee is not eligible to transfer until the 2027–2028 school year.

Salary: Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8a, in accordance with Jefferson County Salary Scale, Pay Grade D commensurate with experience and education level

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and JCBOE's Guide to Performance Evaluation for Service Personnel

A Bus Operator is employed to operate school buses and other school transportation vehicles. The operator is responsible for the safe and timely transportation of students, maintaining an orderly and disciplined bus environment, and ensuring vehicle safety through pre‑trip inspections and mechanical upkeep.

• Operate a bus safely and efficiently to transport passengers to various destinations
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while driving
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections
• Learn routes, including pick‑up and drop‑off locations
• Safely use fire extinguisher
• Assist and supervise students with disabilities
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the bus
• Walk from the operator's seat to the rear of the bus
• Maintain a clean and orderly bus interior
• Mop and clean inside and outside the vehicle
• Open all emergency exits
• Install snow chains on the bus
• Raise the hood of a conventional school bus and check oil levels and antifreeze levels
• Remove obstructions from the windshield and under wiper blades
• Adjust outside mirrors
• Secure a wheelchair
• Communicate with students, parents, school officials, supervisors, dispatch and other drivers as needed to coordinate routes and schedules
• Report any accidents, incidents, or mechanical problems to the appropriate authorities
• Complete proper paperwork
• Work overtime as needed
• Attend training sessions and meetings as required
• Maintain confidentiality
• Comply with JCS policies
• Perform all duties outlined in WV State Board of Education Policy 4336

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have at least 3 years of driving experience as a licensed operator of any vehicle
• Clean driving record with no accidents or violations
• Must obtain and maintain a WV CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements
• Must successfully complete WV School Bus Safety Program and pass requisite online and skills tests
• Must be able to climb in and out of bus to check engine compartment
• Must maintain valid CPR and First Aid certification
• Must pass a physical examination and drug & alcohol screen
• Ability to sit for long periods of time
• Ability to tolerate ill or injured children and recover from student sickness accidents
• Good driving skills and knowledge of traffic laws and regulations
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Good physical health and ability to lift heavy objects
• Ability to remain calm and focused in stressful situations
• Good problem‑solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must meet all requirements outlined in WV State Board of Education Policy 4336

Must pass training and WV state competency test for Bus Operators.

Required hiring documents:
Must provide CDL documents and complete background check procedures pursuant to WV Code §18‑5‑15c.

A successful work history and a minimum of three supervisory references are required for consideration.

Position Type: Full‑time

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Amy Loring
• 110 Mordington Avenue
• Charles Town
• West Virginia, Virginia
• Phone: (304) 725‑9741
• Email: aloring.us