What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Durham Charter School?
Durham Charter is actively seeking responsible and dedicated school bus drivers to provide safe, efficient and on-time transportation of children to and from our schools on a daily basis.
Essential Duties:
Must successfully clear background checks to include criminal, driving and drug tests
- Must maintain safe driver record/standards and applicable physical and dexterity standards
- Must have the ability to maintain knowledge of assigned bus routes and students assigned to the bus
- Performs pre and post inspection activities to include, but not limited to - mechanical defects, adequate fuel levels, items left on the bus, vandalism to the bus interior or exterior, and to ensure all students have exited the vehicle by the end of the route
Education and Experience:
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED
- Must have at least at least three years driving experience as a licensed operator of a motor vehicle
- Must have the ability to read, write, and follow directions (written and oral)
- Must be at least 21 years of age
Licensing / Certification Requirements
- Must already possess a CDL with a P and S endorsement in good standing
- Commercial driver license (CDL) holders and applicants must meet the medical qualifications set by the NC General Statute Medical Qualifications Standards Applicable to Commercial Drivers
- First aid certification preferred but not required as the school will provide training
Durham Charter offers their bus drivers the following benefits:
- Starting pay $20/per hr (salary commensurate with experience)
- Daily guaranteed 5 hours of pay
- Attendance Incentives
- A great working environment!
- Signing bonus
- Holiday and summer retention stipend
Job Types: Contract, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
COVID-19 considerations:
Bus drivers are expected to comply with Durham Charter's COVID-19 restrictions.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
License/Certification:
- CDL B (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road