What are the responsibilities and job description for the EC Bus Driver, Transportation Department position at Lincoln County Schools?
Date Posted
June 8, 2026
Position
EC Bus Driver, Transportation Department
Permanent, part-time / 10-month position / leave benefits only / Up to 5 hours per day
This is a year-to-year position, based on student needs.
Position Available
August 13, 2026 - June 2, 2027
Reports To
Principal
Salary / FLSA / Non-Exempt
Grade 58 ($16.07 - $21.69 per hour)
The salary for this position is based upon the successful applicant’s years of service in the NC State Retirement System in the same or similar position. Experience outside of this system may not be recognized for pay purposes. For current Lincoln County School employees, this position will be paid according to the current Lincoln County Schools’ pay scale.
Qualifications/Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be able to pass a drug test, background check, and TB test before starting employment.
- Valid driver’s license and driving record that qualifies employee to obtain and maintain a valid NCCDL and drive a bus as directed by supervisor
- Must comply with all rules and regulations governing the safe operation of a school bus
- Ability to work independently with minimum supervision once the job is learned
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to read, write and keep records
- Ability to perform simple calculations
- Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift objects
Duties
- Safely transport students to and from school as required
- Other duties as assigned
Application Deadline
Open Until Filled
Application Process
All candidates are required to complete an on-line application. Please visit the Lincoln County Schools website (www.lincoln.k12.nc.us), select EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, and APPLICANT TRACKING to begin the process. Questions should be addressed to the contact person below.
Jason Cranford, Transportation Coordinator
Phone: 704.736.4242
Email: jason.cranford@lincoln.k12.nc.us
Lincoln County Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, handicap, national origin, race, religion or sex.
Salary : $16 - $22