Bus driver Jobs in Augusta ga

RICHMOND COUNTY SCHOOL SYSTEM (RCSS)

JOB DESCRIPTION

OFFICIAL TITLE : School Bus Driver : Driver

SUPERVISOR : Assistant Director of Transportation

SALARY RANGE : In accordance with RCBOE Salary Schedules

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : Work Year - 10 Months

Hours vary. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board. Extended hours beyond the regular school day may be occasionally required.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION :

Operate school buses under all types of weather conditions including, but not limited to sun, fog, rain, sleet, hail, snow, and ice. Transport students and other authorized persons on "to and from" school routes in regular, special education, vocational, or extracurricular trips as authorized by the local school system. Employees in this class are responsible for following various assigned routes and schedules in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES : (Asterisk for essential job duties.)

• Successfully complete school bus driver training program and courses as prescribed by the state

and local boards of education.(

State and local boards of education. (

boarding the bus, work lift equipment and secure the wheelchair for transport as per current safety

procedures.

coolant levels, etc., to the extent prescribed by the local school system. Report needed repairs. (

Transportation Department School Bus Driver

Department of Education regulations (Speed, stopping at RR crossing, pre-trip inspection, use of

lights, use of seat belt etc.). (

appearance of assigned vehicle and for reporting mechanical defects upon detection to repair shop. (

report information and reports prolonged traffic delays.

as are assigned or required by such employee's supervisor, other appropriate school personnel,

law, board policy, administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to

the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS :

Have the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position. Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and the precautions to avoid traffic accidents. Knowledge of the local street and road system. Working mechanical knowledge of school bus in order to complete pre- and post-trip inspection of equipment as required by state commercial driver's license requirements, or ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge. Ability to operate a school bus in the safe and efficient transportation of children. Ability to read and write, communicate orally, understand and carry out written and oral instructions, maintain effective control over groups of children, and work harmoniously with children and others. Ability to read and follow a road map. Ability to drive any size or type school bus in the fleet.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE :

Minimum of two years driving experience with an acceptable record (does not have to be a school bus). No addiction to the use of intoxicating liquor or narcotic drugs. Successfully complete a pre-employment drug test. Mental and emotional stability, which ensures the normal driving competency and efficiency. Appearance and personality. Good moral character.

CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS :

Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License in either Class A or B with the proper P (passenger) and S (school bus) endorsements. Must pass a training program as prescribed by the Georgia Department of Education. Must pass a physical examination by a licensed Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy prior to the date of employment in accordance with the approved examination (DE Form 0514) prescribed by the State Board of Education

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Ability to meet prescribed pre-employment and annual physical examination requirements. Ability to complete pre- and post-trip bus inspections. Some lifting may be required. Must be physically able to enter and leave a school bus frequently and quickly, and must be able to traverse the aisles of a moving bus as needed to adequately perform required duties. Stooping, bending and lifting is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

Lifting heavy objects and frequent climbing, meets all qualifications as outlined by State law (i.e. physical exam, drug screening, criminal background check, etc . . .). The minimum age to qualify as a school bus driver is twenty-one (21) years of age. Frequent overtime or night work may be required, often on an unscheduled basis. Should be able to work activity trips outside the regularly scheduled work day.

EVALUATION :

Performance of the job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the School Board policy on evaluation of personnel.

Date Established : (2-09)

Date(s) Revised : Title only - July 2010

This description may be changed at any time. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other related duties as assigned by the Board. Richmond County Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description and related duties at any time.