School Bus Operator

• Position Type:
  Bus Operator/Transportation/ Bus Operator

REPORTS TO: Director of Transportation

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Director of Transportation and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WVBE Policy 5314, and Pocahontas County Schools Policy 4220.

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SALARY: Based on experience and education level per Pocahontas County Schools salary schedule. See pocahontascountysc pay scales and benefits information.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Upon board approval for the  school year. Term of employment shall be 200 days thereafter.

Pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8, a Bus Operator means a person employed to operate school buses and other school transportation vehicles as provided by the state board. The Bus Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient transportation of students and shall perform all duties required by federal and state law, West Virginia Board of Education policies, and Pocahontas County Schools transportation procedures.

Morning Route

Morning Run:
Leave HES at 6:45 am, travel Rt 219N, turning left at the Mill Point intersection on Rt 39W towards Kennison Mountain. Turn around at the Tabernacle Church at the bottom of Kennison, head back to Mill Point, return to HES to transfer students. Leave HES, turn right travel Rt 219N,in Swago road, turn back onto Rt.219 N, stopping at School Days Child Care, then onto MMS transferring students, and return to School Days.

Turn left on Rt 219S, head back to Mill Point, turn right on Rt 39W, make the loop at the bottom of Kennison Mountain, return to the intersection, make a right and travel Rt 219S. Turn left on Seebert Lane, at the top of the hill turn right on Rose Road, stay left at the fork on Puffenbarger Road, turning bus around at Good Time Farm, pick up students on the way out.

At the stop sign, turn right on Seebert Road, turn bus around at Jack Horner's Corner, return to HES. Afternoon Run:
Reverse of Morning Run

Afternoon Route

Reverse of Morning Run

NOTE: In the event of inclement weather, an alternative snow route may be utilized.

Qualifications as defined by West Virginia Code §18A-4-8b and applicable WVDE transportation regulations.

High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) Certificate.

Possess and maintain a valid West Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate Passenger and School Bus endorsements.

Criminal background check per WV Code §18-5-15c.

Must maintain required physical examinations, drug and alcohol testing, first aid and CPR, and other requirements established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), the West Virginia Department of Education, and Pocahontas County Schools.

Demonstrated ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Performance Responsibilities

Perform all duties outlined in West Virginia Board of Education Policy 4336 and Pocahontas County Board of Education policies.

Maintain positive work habits, professional conduct, and dependable attendance.

Interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, route, or schedule form.

Maintain a positive attitude and effective communication with students, parents, employees, and community members.

Maintain a safe and cooperative environment while transporting students.

Operate school buses and other school transportation vehicles in a safe and efficient manner while complying with traffic laws and transportation regulations.

Maintain a valid West Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with required passenger and school bus endorsements.

Successfully complete and maintain all required certification, training, and testing requirements for school bus operators.

Maintain valid First Aid, CPR, and any other certifications required by law or county procedures.

Successfully complete all required physical examinations and drug and alcohol testing requirements.

Conduct and document pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicles.

Conduct emergency evacuation drills and implement emergency procedures as required.

Transport students safely to and from school, school-sponsored activities, athletic events, field trips, and other approved assignments.

Maintain accurate route information, student rosters, mileage logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.

Supervise students while loading, unloading, and riding school transportation vehicles and maintain…