IC Imagine Public Charter School in Asheville is  looking for a responsible and reliable School Bus Driver to transport students to and from school following a scheduled route and ensuring the safety of all. 

 

The School Bus Driver's responsibilities include ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, observing safety and traffic rules, and maintaining order among students while they are on the bus.

 

To be successful as a School Bus Driver you should enjoy working with children and strictly observe passenger transport regulations. Ultimately, a top-notch School Bus Driver should be meticulous when it comes to vehicle inspections and regard passenger safety as the highest priority.

 

This position will work a minimum of 10 hours a week, driving students daily to and from community stops and school. The hours would be 6:30-7:30am and 3:00-4:00pm each day. Extra hours may become available as the school needs. This is an hourly part-time position that pays $20.00/hr and will not include any benefits. 

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Being attentive to traffic and weather conditions and ensuring passenger safety.
• Following the planned route and schedule for departure times and stops.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Regularly checking vehicle safety such as tires, brakes, turn signals, mechanical equipment, etc.
• Monitoring and reporting fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
• Reporting delays, accidents, and emergencies.
• Responding to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Inspecting the vehicle thoroughly before and after each trip.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of the bus when required.
• Enforcing conduct and safety rules on the bus.
• Maintaining a clean vehicle.

Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills.
• Working knowledge of first aid procedures, preferred.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED preferred.
• CDL license required - IC Imagine will cover all costs for obtaining a CDL, including health screening costs
• Passenger and school bus endorsement required.
• Clean driving record.
• Pass a Drug Screening
• Experience driving a bus and working with children, preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times