School Bus Driver Substitutes

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide safe, punctual, and comfortable operation of the school bus and perform related work as assigned by the Director or Route Supervisors. PAY RATE: $13.00 per hour as outlined on the Substitute Salary Schedule REPORTS TO: Transportation Route Supervisor

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Maintain good attendance and punctuality.
• Drive a school bus on assigned routes or as directed, observing all department rules and regulations.
• Adhere to all safety practices and attend all Department meetings.
• Drivers shall adhere to the dress code adopted by the Douglas County Board of Education.
• Drivers are expected to maintain an appropriate level of dress and grooming.
• Exercise sound judgement and proficient operation when driving bus.
• Keep vehicle clean inside and outside and adhere to all maintenance procedures.
• Maintain bus dscipline and adhere to discipline reporting procedures.
• Perform pre-trip inspection prior to daily routes and other trips.
• Fuel bus as needed to ensure that bus does not run out of fuel.
• Deliver bus to fleet as directed for service and repairs.
• Submit all reports as instructed by the Transportation Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION LEVEL: High School Diploma or GED preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Georgia CDL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill the job responsibilities. PROFICIENT SKILLS: Excellent driving record, communication, and organization skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Applicants should complete an application at www.dcssga.org. (Click on "Employment" then "Job Vacancies/Postings" to link to classified application.)