Beginning January 1, 2018, all renewals must have a DOT medical in the Driver's License system before renewing a pocket card with the DMV instructor at the RSS Transportation Department.

You may either renew your CDL first, then your certification (Driving with DMV Instructor at RSS Transportation Department), OR renew your certification and then CDL. As stated earlier, SBTS/DEPS can NOT even schedule renewal certification without seeing current DOT Medical in the Driver License System as NON-EXCEPTED INTERSTATE.

You will get a 3-year CDL for $90 for just P&S endorsements. Ask for a receipt for RSS reimbursement.  If you are NOT currently certified, renewing the 5-yr CDL will be $150.

The DMV is open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Appointments for Salisbury can be made at 704-633-5873.
The DMV does take debit/credit.
When renewing at the DMV Driver License Department, you will check NON-EXCEPTED INTERSTATE on the form.

https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/medical/driver-medical-requirements/dot-medical-exam-and-commercial-motor-vehicle-certification

1. Submit an online application.
2. Contact Marisa Loftin (email; 704-245-6702, ext. 7112) to sign up for the next FREE CDL training to obtain a bus license (Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements). You can also complete this Enrollment Form and email it to Marisa Loftin. This training is offered at no cost.
   
   
3. Check your email daily to receive a background check from the Rowan-Salisbury School System's Human Resources Department. Fill the background check request out as soon as you receive it.
   
   
4. After your background check has been completed and approved by Human Resources, you will need to attend the three-day classroom portion of CDL training to obtain a bus license.
   
   
5. Prior to the three-day, on-the-road training (typically 2-4 weeks after the classroom training), you must complete a medical examination, including a TB test, drug test and physical. You will receive this information from Human Resources.
   
   
6. Complete the on-the-road CDL Training to obtain a bus license.
   
   
7. Recommendation for hire is made to Human Resources.

In order to receive your bus license, you must have:

• A valid North Carolina driver's license. If you have had a license in any other state in the past 10 years, a copy of your out-of-state driving record must also be provided.
  
  
• A valid email address so you can receive your background check and other paperwork from Human Resources.
  
  
• A valid phone number to communicate with the Transportation Department.

The safe transportation of students to and from school is a priority for Rowan-Salisbury Schools; thus the federal, state and local requirements are quite stringent.

Bus drivers must:

• Be 18 years of age and have at least six months of driving experience.
• Have no more than one moving violation within the last 12 months.
• Have no more than three (3) moving violations within the last five years.
• Have no DWI/DUI convictions within the last five years—only one in driving history.
• Have no license suspensions within the last five years.
• Have a valid North Carolina driver's license.

Training requirements for becoming a bus driver:

• Three days of classroom training and pass tests
• Three days of on-the-road training
• Must pass a criminal background check
• Negative drug test
• All DMV records for the last 10 years (including out-of-state) will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis

Medical Requirements:

• Must be able-bodied and free of physical handicaps that would affect their ability to drive a bus.
• Must have at least 20/40 vision in each eye with or without corrective lenses.
• Must not suffer from chronic diseases or health conditions that would affect driving ability.
• Must obtain a DOT medical card in addition to a CDL License.

Click HERE for the occupational health service application process, and follow the steps. This applies to first-time, non-CDL holders that are going through the 3-day class, as well as existing CDL holders that are looking to renew their license and need to get a medical card for the first time or renew your medical card.

All activity bus and school bus drivers need a DOT medical examination listed in the driver's license system to remain active on pocket cards.

The RSS DOT Medical Card is a PREARRANGED $70 fee. If this process is not completed through OCCUDX, the fee would be $105.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES APPLICATION PROCESS

*Please read the entire instruction sheet before reaching out with questions. If you still have questions, please reach out to OccuDx (704-237-1095), not the school district.

New Hires:

1. Click the link to navigate to the Medical Services Applicant Processing Portal.

2. You will see the “Welcome!” page and a window entitled “Select Organization.”
3. Type in RSS, and the name “RSS Bus Drivers and Teacher Assistants” will appear below the box.  Click on the title, and it will populate in the field.
4. Then, click “GET STARTED."
5. The window “Your Testing” will appear. All testing is a requirement and will automatically be selected for you.
6. Enter your contact information, and click continue.
7. “Choose your clinic” will appear with the only clinic available for testing. The total payment is $130 for medical tests. Click "Continue."
8. You will be redirected to an external payment portal to enter your credit card information.  Click "Submit Securely."
9. Within 1-2 hours of payment, an email will be sent to the email address provided. This email will either be from clientservices@occudx.com or noreply@occudx.com. 
10. Print the necessary authorization and medical forms listed and/or provided in the email.  Take the forms with you to the clinic.
11. Print the receipt from your email for later RSS reimbursement. If this is not done by this procedure, you may pay more than $70.

Existing Employees:

1. Click the link to navigate to the Medical Services Applicant Processing Portal.

2. You will see the “Welcome!” page and a window entitled “Select Organization.” 

3. Type in RSS, and the name “RSS Bus Driver Re-Certifications” will appear below the box.
4. Click on the title and it will populate in the field.  Then click “Get Started.”
5. The window “Your Testing” will appear with the DOT physical option already highlighted.
6. Enter your contact information and click continue. The only clinic available for testing will appear.
7. Click on the box with the clinic information and click continue.
8. The total payment is $70 for the DOT physical recertification.
   You will be redirected to an external payment portal to enter your credit card information. Click Submit Securely.
9. Within 1-2 hours of payment, an email will be sent to the email address provided. This email will either be from clientservices@occudx.com or noreply@occudx.com. 
10. Print the necessary authorization and medical forms listed and/or provided in the email.  Take the forms with you to the clinic.
11. Print the receipt from your email for later RSS reimbursement. If this is not done by this procedure, you may pay more than $70.

Trouble Shooting

• All forms will be emailed to you, along with your drug testing pass after checkout.
• Note: If the email has not been received within 1-2 hours of payment, please check your junk/SPAM folder. If, after this time frame and checking your junk/SPAM folder, you have not received the email, please call 704-237-1095.
• If you submit your payment after business hours (Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.), your order will not be processed until the next business day.  If you submit your payment after 3 p.m., you may not receive an email until the next business day.  
• If you have any questions or if you need the forms resent to you, please email clientservices@occudx.com or call 704.237.1095.

If you currently hold a Rowan-Salisbury School System Class B CDL license and pocket card with Passenger and School Bus endorsements and want to inquire about a part-time (or possibly full-time) job, please email Marisa Loftin or call her at 704-245-6702 ext. 7112 for more information.

The N.C. REAL ID is just like a traditional North Carolina license or ID, but has a star in the upper right corner. The federal REAL ID Act established the requirements and the program is administered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

To obtain their first REAL ID, residents must bring the following verification documents to a local driver license office:

•One (1) proof of identity, date or birth and/or legal presence (lawful status): certified birth certificate or unexpired U.S. Passport

•One (1) proof of name change: certified marriage license or certified divorce decree

•One (1) proof Social Security number: Social Security card, W-2 or 1099 tax form with full name and number

•Two (2) proofs of current address: driver license, vehicle registration card, voter registration card, cable bill, utility bill or bank statement

DMV officials have a few tips for residents preparing to visit the DMV office for their first REAL ID:

1.If your license or ID card expires in 2025, plan to renew your license as a REAL ID within six months of your expiration date. Your renewal fee will be the same.

2.If your license or ID card expires after 2025, make an appointment now to obtain a REAL ID for $13. Once your card expires, you can renew it online.

3.Bring your certified marriage license or court documents if your current name does not match your certified birth certificate or U.S. Passport.

4.Decrease your wait time by scheduling an appointment at (919) 715-7000 for any driver license office.

Residents who choose not to get a REAL ID will have a license or ID card noted with “Not for Federal Identification”.

Without a REAL ID or U.S. Passport, travelers will have to provide additional identification to board a commercial flight and visit federal facilities beginning May 7, 2025. The required identification may vary.

For more information about REAL ID, including the complete list of verification documents, visit NCREALID.gov