A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
Obeys all federal, state, and local laws, policies, regulations, administrative codes, and transportation operation guidelines. Obeys all traffic laws; observes all mandatory safety regulations for buses. This includes clearing the school bus and evacuating students quickly in the event of an emergency. Maintains safe driver standards and applicable physical and dexterity standards. Supervises students and maintains discipline while transporting them; complies with discipline policies set forth in the school Code of Conduct. Exercises responsible leadership when on school field trips (in or out of district) Reports all accidents and participates/meets all post-accident drug testing requirements. Performs pre and post-inspection activities to include, but are not limited to - mechanical defects, adequate fuel/fluid levels, items left on the bus, vandalism to the bus interior, and cleaning of bus. Participates in onsite training. Performs other related duties as assigned. Available nights, weekends, and occasionally Holidays.
School/Department Information:
Transportation Description of Work Drive buses and other state vehicles to transport students/patrons safely to various local and statewide destinations according to time schedule while staying in compliance with traffic regulations and compliance with the state and local codes governing conduct when transporting students.
Work Schedule and Hours:
Available nights, weekends, and occasionally Holidays.
Required Qualifications Minimum:
High School Diploma/GED Minimum:
Must have an acceptable driving record as specified by the NC DOT and UNCSA. Must have an acceptable criminal record as specified by UNCSA. Must maintain a current CDL Class B license with passenger and school bus endorsement. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Considerable knowledge of safe and efficient practices and procedures used in the operation of a bus. Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and bus regulations. Considerable knowledge of safety regulations and standards for buses. General knowledge of Transportation Department Operating Instructions. Ability to physically inspect the bus according to Transportation Department Operating Instructions. Must possess an acceptable driving record as outlined by the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles as legal requirements for issuance of a bus driver certification Must meet requirements regarding health conditions. Must not have conditions of a criminal nature that would cause disqualification. Ability to detect and report observable mechanical defects or failures on the bus. Ability to maintain the discipline of students on the bus. Ability to exercise good judgment in appraising situations that may arise when dealing with students/patrons/traffic situations. Ability to maintain a clean bus. Ability to complete required reports. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to exercise independent judgment and initiative in applying standards to a variety of work situations. Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contact with parents/guardians or students and with school personnel. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
Classification Title:
Part-Time Bus Driver Salary $16.00/hr
Open Until Filled:
Yes Special Instructions to Applicants The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations will result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. The UNCSA participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks. EEO Contact Information Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu
