Bus Operator Positions
MCPS Official Job Description
Under general supervision, operates a school bus in transporting children to and from schools.
 
Employees in this class are responsible for following an assigned route and schedule in the safe and efficient operation of a school bus.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS
 
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:
Can read and speak the English language sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries and to entries on reports and records. (Section 391.11 Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations)
 
Knowledge of traffic and highway safety rules and regulations and the precautions necessary to avoid accidents. Knowledge of the local street and road system.  Knowledge of basic arithmetic.  Working mechanical knowledge of school bus in order to complete pre-trip and post-trip inspection of equipment as required by commercial driver's license requirements, and ability to meet all pre-service training and testing schedules.
 
Ability to operate a school bus in the safe and efficient transportation of children.  Ability to read and write, communicate orally, understand and carry out written and oral instructions, maintain effective control over groups of children and work harmoniously with children and others.  Ability to read and follow a road map.  Ability to drive any size or type school bus in the fleet.
 
Five years experience as a motor vehicle operator, during which time a valid driving license was held.  Satisfactory completion of a prescribed preservice instruction program within a reasonable period of time.  Other combinations of applicable education, training and experience, which provide the knowledge, abilities and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position, may be considered.
 
CERTIFICATE AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a valid non-commercial class C license (or equivalent).  Ability to secure a commercial class B driver's license (or equivalent) with air brake, passenger/cargo, and S endorsements within the period of time specified by the preservice training program.
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  Ability to meet prescribed pre-employment and annual physical examination requirements.  Ability to complete pre- and post-trip bus inspections.  Ability to lift heavy objects - 50 lb minimum.  Must have the ability to sit in the bus driver's seat and reach the steering wheel and pedals, and wear the seat belt properly.
 
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:  (Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.)
Ability to meet Maryland State Department of Education requirements for continued employment, as prescribed by state bylaws and Montgomery County Public Schools policies.  Must pass drug and alcohol testing.  Ability to work overtime to complete required bus routes/trips.  No more than two current points on the driving record and a satisfactory past driving record.
 
PAID OVERTIME:
Yes

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
Operates a school bus in transporting children to and from schools; may transport students on field trips and outings.
 
May transport wheelchair bound students; assists such students in boarding bus; lifts and places wheelchairs in bus in secure position; transports students' medical apparatus.
 
Keeps confidential student medical information.
 
Must be a team player.
 
Assists or serves as the bus attendant when necessary.
 
Operates vehicle in compliance with the state and county laws and departmental regulations.
 
Takes all precautions to avoid accidents.
 
Creates a positive, pleasant and safe environment for all passengers.
 
Tactfully maintains order among students aboard school bus and reports cases of misbehavior to school officials.
 
Interacts in a positive manner with the school administrators to extend the classroom to the school bus.
 
Responsible for cleaning inside and outside of assigned vehicle.
 
Assists students who become ill; cleans up as required.
 
Competes pre- and post-trip inspections of bus.  Checks fuel, oil and water daily.  Responsible for appearance of assigned vehicle and for reporting mechanical defects upon detection to repair shop.
 
Keeps records of operation of bus and submits required reports; compiles and submits accident report information and reports prolonged traffic delays.
 
Attends safety meetings.
 
Performs related work as required.
 
$16.36 per hour (gr.11)
Split Shifts
Must be 21 years of age with a valid driver's lic.
Must speak and understand the English language
Paid training
Substitute employment leading to a permanent position with benefits when available.
 
Job:  Bus Operator 
Job Grade:  11
Organization:  Offices  Dept Transportation
Primary Location:  Multiple Locations
Schedule:  Part-time | .500 (40 hours bi-weekly)
Working Months:  10
Shift:  Day Job