School Bus Driver ($2K Sign-On Bonus)
Durham, NC
OPERATIONS TEAM – Transportation Team /
Full-time /
On-site
Thank you for your interest in joining our Maureen Joy Charter School family!
*Please note, the application must be completed in one sitting, and your resume must be ready for submission upon applying. We look forward to receiving your application!
Maureen Joy Charter School is seeking School Bus Drivers seeking employment beginning in the fall. $2000 signing bonus paid to qualified applicants who are hired and commit to employment through the end of the school year.
Work Hours: Monday – Friday split shift, Approximate work hours are 6:00 am 8:00 am and 2:30 pm - 5:00 pm with the option to work additional hours
Rate of Pay: beginning salary at $16.25/hour (based on experience)
Commercial Driver License (CDL):
A Commercial Driver License (CDL) is required to operate a school bus. If an applicant does not have a CDL, but is committed to pursuing a CDL, Maureen Joy will provide compensation for all required classes and applications.
Job Responsibilities:
School bus drivers pick-up and drop-off students via established routes to and from school. They may also transport students and faculty for field trips, sporting events, summer camps, and other school-related activities. School bus drivers must be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers. They must verify that their vehicles are operating properly each day by testing brakes, tires and other components by submitting a daily vehicle maintenance report. Drivers are also responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies.
All drivers will be required to participate in Covid protocol training and effectively use this training in the daily operation of transporting students.
Qualifications
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
Excellent customer service skills
High School Diploma or equivalent
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening
Spanish speakers and prior experience in a school system is a plus
Maureen Joy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We hire without consideration of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. We strongly encourage diverse candidates to apply.
