Bus Driver jobs in Hopkinsville, KY
Bus Driver provides transportation to passengers between regions or within metropolitan areas. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Being a Bus Driver must be licensed to operate a bus. Licensing requirements depend on the state. Additionally, Bus Driver must have a "satisfactory" driving record. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Bus Driver
- McCracken County Public Schools
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Paducah, KY
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:
Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to and from school, special events and field trips; perform daily inspections and operator maintenance of vehicle; assist in the loading and unloading of physically and mentally handicapped students as necessary.
BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.
- Drive a school bus over designated routes in accordance with specified time schedules and in accordance with regulations and laws related to pupil transportation in the State following specified schedules; transport students to and from school, special events and field trips.
- Pick up and discharge students, under varying weather conditions, at established bus stops; report incidents which affect the safety of students.
- Maintain bus in a safe operating condition through prescribed daily vehicle inspections and driver maintenance including cleaning windows, mirrors and bus interior; check and maintain fuel, oil and water levels; check brakes, brake lights and doors; report mechanical defects and malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
- Maintain order and discipline among students on bus following District policies and procedures regarding disciplining of students and contact with school officials, parents and the public; interact with parents regarding questions, concerns and disputes.
- Perform emergency bus evacuation drills as required by Kentucky Administration Regulations.
- Transport physically handicapped and mentally handicapped children to and from designated locations; lift and secure wheel chairs; assist in the loading and unloading of handicapped children as necessary.
- Observe applicable local, State and federal policies, procedures and guidelines.
- Fuel and clean exterior and interior of buses including picking up debris, sweeping and mopping floor, wiping upholstery and cleaning headlights.
- Maintain records concerning vehicle maintenance, miles driven and number of children transported and other related matters; prepare student conduct, incident and accident reports.
- Attend safety and preventive emergency meetings when required.
- Utilize two-way radio for bus to bus and bus to base communication.
- Perform first aid according to established guidelines and procedures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
- Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by immediate supervisor or designated representative.
- Maintain a professional appearance.
- Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
- Maintain regular attendance.
- Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:- Safe driving practices.
- Provisions of the State Motor Vehicle code and Kentucky Administration Regulations applicable to the operation of vehicles transporting students.
- First aid practices.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
ABILITY TO:
- Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students.
- Maintain order and discipline among students while driving a school bus.
- Maintain assigned vehicle in a clean and safe operating condition.
- Recognize equipment malfunctions and take appropriate action.
- Learn designated bus routes including stops and traffic hazards.
- Maintain routine records.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Understand and follow oral and written directions.
- Meet schedules and time lines.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Learn, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
- Assist in loading and unloading handicapped children as necessary.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year experience in the operation of a motor vehicle.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Kentucky Commercial Class B driver's license, including passenger endorsement; School Bus Certificate; must pass driving record check.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Salary and work year to be established by the Board.
EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Classified Personnel.
Primary LocationTransportation
Salary Range$102.54 / Per Day
Shift TypeFull-TimeJOB CONTACT INFORMATION
NameMatt Thompson
TitleDirector of Transportation
Phone270-538-4000
Emailmatt.thompson@mccracken.kyschools.us - 1 Month Ago
Bus Driver
- Graves County Schools
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Mayfield, KY
FULL_TIME
- CLASS TITLE: Bus Driver BASIC FUNCTION: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation fo...
- 2 Months Ago
2023-2024 Substitute Bus Driver
- McCracken County Public Schools
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Paducah, KY
FULL_TIME
- Job Description CLASS TITLE: BUS DRIVER ESSENTIAL FUNCTION: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficie...
- 20 Days Ago
Full Time Bus Driver
- Trigg County Public Schools
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Cadiz, KY
FULL_TIME
- Job Description RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for Dist...
- 1 Month Ago
Full Time Bus Driver
- Trigg Co School District
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Cadiz, KY
FULL_TIME
- RESPONSIBILITIES: Operate a school bus over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, picking up and discharging students; provide safe and efficient transportation for District students to...
- 2 Months Ago
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CDL-A Company Truck Driver
- TransForce Inc.
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Clarksville, TN
- Job Info Job Location: Clarksville, TN Route Type: Regional Equipment: Dry Van Transmission Type: Automatic Job Requirem...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
CDL-A Dedicated Truck Driver
- TransForce Inc.
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Oak Grove, KY
- Job Info Job Location: Oak Grove, KY Route Type: Regional Equipment: Dry Van Transmission Type: Automatic Job Requiremen...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recent Grad CDL A Truck Driver
- Paschall Truck Lines, Inc.
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Cerulean, KY
- Home Weekly Opportunities!!! Start at $0.42 CPM base pay after training! Paid Training for Recent CDL-A Graduates. Veter...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Recent Grad CDL A Truck Driver
- Paschall Truck Lines, Inc.
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Clifty, KY
- Home Weekly Opportunities!!! Start at $0.42 CPM base pay after training! Paid Training for Recent CDL-A Graduates. Veter...
- 4/14/2024 12:00:00 AM
Substitute Bus Driver (CDL Licensed)
- Dawson Springs
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Dawson Springs, KY
- Substitute Position only. Days and/or evenings with no set hours. Pay based on verified experience. Applications will be...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Truck Driver & Warehouse Worker
- The Salvation Army USA Southern Territory
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Clarksville, TN
- Job Summary: Drives Salvation Army truck along scheduled route to pick-up donations and/or deliver merchandise to custom...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
CDL A Local Delivery Truck Driver
- SYSCO
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Clarksville, TN
- Company: US1168 FreshPoint Nashville, Division of FreshPoint Tomato, LLC Zip Code: 37210 Minimum Level of Education: Hig...
- 4/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Over The Road Trucking Driver
- Smoke Stack Trucking LLC
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Clarksville, TN
- Job Description Job Description These are Dry van loads For Uline office supplies and international paper products. All ...
- 4/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Hopkinsville is a home rule-class city in and the county seat of Christian County, Kentucky, United States. The population at the 2010 census was 31,577.
Hopkinsville is located south of the center of Christian County at 36°51′17″N 87°29′20″W / 36.85472°N 87.48889°W / 36.85472; -87.48889 (36.854712, -87.488872). Madisonville is 35 miles (56 km) to the north, Russellville is 35 miles (56 km) to the east, Oak Grove is 15 miles to the south, and Clarksville, Tennessee, is 26 miles (42 km) to the south.
According to the United States Census Bureau, Hopkinsville has a total area of 30.8 square m...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Bus Driver jobs
$19,532 to $25,791
Hopkinsville, Kentucky area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago
were up 1.2% from a year ago
What does a Bus Driver do?
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Secure passengers, wheelchairs and properly fasten all protective safety devices, car seats, lap belts and t-straps.
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