Substitute Bus Operator

Substitute Bus Operator

Morgan County Schools - Berkeley Springs, West Virginia
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Job : 5478672

Final date to receive applications: Feb 27, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Dec 19, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Bus Operator

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Hold classification title in category of employment or meet the definition of the job title pursuant to WV Code 18‑4‑8c.
• Possess the knowledge, skills and ability to successfully carry out responsibilities of the position.

REPORTS TO: School Bus Supervisor

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Becomes thoroughly familiar with the contents of the West Virginia Transportation Regulations for school bus operators.
• Posts in the bus a copy of the Regulations for Pupils Transported in School Buses and a copy of the bus schedule.
• Passes the physical and driving tests required.
• Performs pre‑trip inspections daily.
• Prepares and keeps a list of students riding the bus.
• Discharges students only at designated stops unless permission is granted by the principal or a note of permission from the parent or guardian.
• Allows students who are not assigned to his/her bus to board only if permission has been granted by the principal or by a note of request from the parent or guardian.
• Runs on a regular schedule and reports to the principal or supervisor any reasons for delay.
• Keeps person neat and clean.
• Leaves school only after checking that all children are loaded.
• Cleans thoroughly inside and outside of bus as directed by the transportation supervisor.
• Does not allow students to extend any part of their body out of the bus windows.
• Practices emergency unloading procedures at least twice per year.
• Does not leave bus with motor running. Has brakes set any time when leaving the bus.
• Prohibits smoking on school buses (includes adults) at all times.
• Completes first aid course successfully.
• Makes sure all emergency equipment, such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers, chains, flares, axe, etc are on bus and in good condition.
• Completes all required reports on date requested.
• Follows the Morgan County Discipline Policy.
• Is available for emergency school closings.
• Reports any accident or damage to bus immediately to the transportation supervisor.
• Reports needed repairs to mechanic.
• Follows railroad crossing procedures.
• Maintains positive work habits.
• Performs duties efficiently and productively.
• Maintains and/or upgrades skills.
• Performs other duties assigned by the transportation supervisor.
• An attempt will be made to secure parking for the bus at a secure location as close to the start of the run as possible. 8/8/88

Position Type: Substitute

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Transportation

• Jeromy Duelley , Asst. Superintendent
• Morgan County Schools
• Phone: 304‑258‑2430
• Email: jduelley.us