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Bus Driver

Sun Valley, CA · On-site

$26/hr

General Responsibilities Seeking both Regular and Substitute School Bus Drivers to drive routes, sports and field trips, as assigned. Specific Responsibilities * Safely transport students to/from ...

Bus Driver

Nuevo, CA · On-site

$26.71 - $35.75/hr

In the position of Bus Driver the majority of driving is on assigned home to school bus routes and on a regularly scheduled basis. Inspects buses for mechanical and basic safety conformance prior to ...

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Bus Driver

Windsor, CA · On-site

$22.68 - $25/hr

BUS DRIVER DEFINITION: Under the direct supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, performs the necessary duties to safely operate a school bus over designated routes to transport children.

Bus Driver

Antioch, CA · On-site

$19.25 - $26.25/hr

School Bus Driver BASIC FUNCTION: Under the direction of the Director-Transportation, drive a school bus to transport students safely and efficiently to assigned locations along designated routes.

Bus Driver

Roseville, CA · On-site

$26.99 - $32.81/hr

Bus Driver DESCRIPTION OF BASIC RESPONSIBILITIES To operate a school bus over designated routes for the purpose of transporting students. SUPERVISOR: Superintendent TYPICAL DUTIES: 1. Under direction ...

Bus Driver

Los Olivos, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

Job Title Driver Requirements / Qualifications Class A or B license with a passenger endorsement issued by the DMV School Bus Certificate Issued by the DMV DL-51 Medical Card First Aid Certificate ...

Bus Driver

Salinas, CA · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

Bus Driver The Farm Labor Bus Driver safely operates a commercial bus to transport employees to and from designated sites while adhering to all traffic laws, regulations, and company safety policies.

Transportation/Bus Drivers/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/3/2026 Location: Transportation Substitute Bus Driver $22.75 hourly rate Part-time, on-call as needed during the school year. FREE SCHOOL BUS ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for bus driver bus driver in California is $19.55, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $22.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectBus Driver Bus DriverSchool Bus Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with school bus endorsement
Work EnvironmentPublic transit, charter, or private transportationSchool campuses, student transportation
Employer & IndustryTransit agencies, private companies

Bus Driver Bus Drivers and School Bus Drivers both require a CDL, but School Bus Drivers need an additional endorsement. Bus Driver Bus Drivers typically work in public transit or private transport, while School Bus Drivers focus on transporting students. The roles overlap in credentials and work environment, but their specific duties differ based on the passenger type and setting.

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Infographic showing various Bus Driver Bus Driver job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 25% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,658 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

$26/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

General Responsibilities 

Seeking both Regular and Substitute School Bus Drivers to drive routes, sports and field trips, as assigned.

Specific Responsibilities

  • Safely transport students to/from assigned destinations
  • Arrive at VCS on time as directed by the Transportation Department
  • Do a complete check out of school bus assigned for this day
  • Be subject to random alcohol and drug testing
  • Maintain all licensing requirements
  • Keep the inside of the bus clean and orderly
  • Assist with the fueling of spare buses
  • Fuel bus used, if needed

Qualifications

Village Christian School seeks to hire employees with a vibrant Christian faith.  Successful candidates will possess experience in:

  • A desire to continue and further their education
  • Must have in immediate procession:
    • Valid and current Commercial California Drivers License with passenger, air brakes and school bus endorsements
    • Completed, valid and current DL-51 (medical card)
    • Valid and current California Special Driver Certificate
    • Valid and current American Red Cross First Aid card
  • All required hours of training complete and up to date
  • At least 25 years or older

 This is a part-time position with varied hours per week.

This position reports directly to the Director of Transportation.

Village Christian School is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to any protected basis under federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws for Christian school employers. Applicants who need an accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment and hiring process should contact the Human Resources department in order to discuss reasonable accommodation.