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Bus Driver Bus Driver Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Bus Driver Position Hours: Monday - Friday Salary: $22 - $26 Hourly Upon Experience Length of Term/Employment : 190 days / At-will Position Summary: The school bus monitor and floating school bus ...

Bus Driver

Pantego, TX · On-site

$24.97/hr

Support/Hourly - Position - Bus Driver Job Number 0000763802 Start Date Open Date 02/01/2026 Closing Date 05/30/2027 Minimum pay: $24.97/hr Please attach the following on the attachments tab of your ...

Bus Driver

Denison, TX · On-site

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 4/29/2022 Location: Denison Service Center Position Bus Driver Ensure safe and orderly transportation of student son assigned routes. Operate school bus that ...

Bus Driver

Taylor, TX · On-site

$17.25 - $23.50/hr

Support Operations/Bus Driver Date Posted: 2/9/2024 Location: Support Operations Job Title: Bus Driver Nonexempt/Pay Grade Pay Scale Reports to: Transportation Coordinator Primary Purpose: Operate ...

Bus Driver

Houston, TX

$20.72 - $24/hr

Bus Driver Reports To: BRYSS Principal Organization: Tejano Center Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools Location: RYSS Academy at Brownsville POSITION SUMMARY The Bus Driver plays a critical role in ...

Bus Driver

Era, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

School Bus Driver Operate school bus and related equipment to provide safe and orderly transportation of students and other authorized persons on assigned route and to and from other designated ...

Bus Driver

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Bus Driver Position Hours: Monday - Friday Salary: $22 - $26 Hourly Upon Experience Length of Term/Employment : 190 days / At-will Position Summary: The school bus monitor and floating school bus ...

Bus Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

Student Support Services/Bus Driver Date Posted: 1/23/2024 Location: Granger, TX Date Available: 02/01/2024 Closing Date: until filled District: Granger ISD Primary Purpose: Ensure safe and orderly ...

Bus Driver

Pearland, TX · On-site

$20.78/hr

School Bus Driver PRIMARY PURPOSE: Provide safe, orderly, and efficient transportation of students to and from school and on extracurricular trips. QUALIFICATIONS: Education: High School Diploma or ...

Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location. * Certified CDL/School Bus Endorsement Recommended * Valid Texas ...

Bus Driver

Plano, TX · On-site

$16.25 - $22.50/hr

Transportation Services/Bus Driver Date Posted: 8/5/2025 Location: Transportation Services Closing Date: Until Filled Pay Rate: 24.36 min per hour Days worked: 179 PRIMARY PURPOSE: Safely ...

Bus Driver

Houston, TX · On-site

$24.41 - $27.96/hr

Bus Driver Reports To: Director Facilities, RYSS Middle School & Early College at Broadway Principal Organization: Tejano Center Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools Location: District Office & RYSS ...

Bus Driver

Denison, TX

$14.50 - $19.75/hr

Position Bus Driver Ensure safe and orderly transportation of student son assigned routes. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other ...

Bus Driver

New Braunfels, TX · On-site

$15.25 - $20.75/hr

Valid Texas commercial driver's license (Class B or Class A with Passenger and School Bus Driver Endorsements) Texas School Bus Driver Certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Must be 18 years of age ...

Bus Driver

Houston, TX · On-site

$24.41 - $27.96/hr

Bus Driver Reports To: Director Facilities, RYSS Middle School & Early College at Broadway Principal Organization: Tejano Center Division: RYSS Texas Public Schools Location: District Office & RYSS ...

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As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for bus driver bus driver in Texas is $18.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.24 and $20.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Bus Driver Bus Driver vs School Bus Driver?

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.

What cities in Texas are hiring for Bus Driver Bus Driver jobs? Cities in Texas with the most Bus Driver Bus Driver job openings:
Infographic showing various Bus Driver Bus Driver job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 48% Full Time, 47% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $38,382 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

$19.29 - $22.96/hr

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Job description

Maintenance/Operations - Position - Bus Driver
Job Number 0000711437
Start Date 08/07/2023
Open Date 05/23/2024
Closing Date
Bus Driver
Job Title: Bus Driver Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt
Reports to: Director of Transportation
Dept./School: Transportation Date Revised: 03/22/2018
Primary Purpose:
Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Valid Texas Driver's License w/ P & S Endorsement
Valid Texas Bus Driver Certification
Must be 18 years of age
Pass alcohol and drug test
Experience:
None.
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
  1. Complete required bus driver safety training
  2. Follow written and verbal instructions
  3. Communicate effectively
  4. Knowledge of student discipline procedure
  5. Manage student behavior
  6. Operate bus
  7. Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.
  8. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.
  9. Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.
  10. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.
  11. Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.
  12. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.
  13. Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.
  14. Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.
  15. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.
  16. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with transportation office.
  17. Work irregular hours as needed.
  18. Keeps records on bus mileage, gas and oil consumption, and number of passengers transported.

Safety
  1. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
  2. Inspect bus according to established pre-trip inspection form.
  3. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.
  4. Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.
  5. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.
  6. Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Operate school bus; two-way radio; global positioning system (GPS); safety equipment including but not limited to flares, reflective signs, and fire extinguisher
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing and twisting; occasional kneeling/squatting, bending, stooping, and pushing/pulling
Motion: Prolonged driving; moderate walking; frequent climbing stairs, grasping/squeezing, wrist and shoulder flexion/extension, and reaching
Lifting: Limited light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) on a daily basis
Environment: Frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, noise, and vehicle fumes; work around moving vehicles; regularly work irregular hours, and occasionally work prolonged hours
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Duty Days 181
Job Description View Attachment
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Salary Rate Range $19.29 - $22.96
Additional Job Information
5 hour minimum per day

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About Education Service Center Region 11 Consortium

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Education Service Center Region 11 Consortium (ESC 11) is an educational service organization with deep roots in the education industry of White Settlement, TX, US. Operating within the educational services sector, ESC 11 provides a comprehensive array of solutions aimed at enhancing the overall quality of education in Texas. With its establishment dating back several decades, the company espouses a commitment to service, excellence, and innovation as its core values. Its mission is collaborating with school districts to foster a climate of continuous improvement — a goal they have consistently achieved, impacting countless teachers and learners.

Industry

Education

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

White Settlement, TX, US