Heard County Schools

Bus Drivers needed. All training and certification will be paid by the school system. Must be able to pass a physical and regular drug tests. If interested, please apply and contact Brent Tisdale at brent.tisdale@heard.k12.ga.us.
Transports students to and from assigned education center; controls passenger behavior and maintains safe operation of the assigned bus.
JOB DESCRIPTION HEARD COUNTY SCHOOLS: School Bus Driver
FLSA JOB CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services & Bus Fleet Supervisor
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Educational Level: High School Education or GED preferred
2. Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia Commercial Driver's License with S and P and air brake endorsements required to drive a school bus. No CDL required to apply for position. Valid Class A, B or C Driver's License needed in order to apply for position; required to have held a valid driver's license for a minimum of three years prior to application date; must be able to obtain PERMIT for Commercial Driver's License before entering Bus Driver Training Program.
3. Experience: Must successfully complete Bus Driver Training Program provided by Heard County Transportation Department; must successfully complete a 20-day Probationary Period with an evaluation for continued employment
4. Physical Activities: Lifting, bending, sitting for prolonged periods, upper body mobility, ability to lift equipment and/or student weighing 40 pounds; pre-employment and annual physical examination required
5. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Lifting, bending, sitting for prolonged periods, upper body mobility, ability to lift equipment and/or student weighing 40 pounds; pre-employment and annual physical examination required
JOB OBJECTIVES:

• Make visual inspection of bus before operating by conducting a pre-trip inspection.
• Perform necessary tasks to keep bus in operation: oil, fuel, air, etc.
• Report accidents, breakdowns, disciplinary problems, and route changes as directed by the transportation office.
• Observe all traffic laws, safety procedures and conserve the property of taxpayers in the best possible manner.
• Report all traffic tickets the next business day.
• Maintain route sheets; service and inspection schedules.
• Maintain a professional appearance.
• Maintain cleanliness of inside and outside of bus.
• Maintain proper operation of accessories, such as fire extinguishers, first aid kit and reflectors.
• Abide by rules and regulations established by the Board of Education.
• Work with Transportation Office to adjust routes as necessary to give best service to schools and students and attend scheduled safety meetings.
• Attend mandated state bus driver training annually.
• Know capabilities and/or when to request or use outside assistance.
• Turn in all route, student rosters and field trip forms within 5 business days.
• Other duties as assigned.

Note: Safety sensitive job class. Employees in this job class will be subject to random selection for alcohol or controlled substance testing.