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National Trails Bus

School Bus Driver

Livonia, MI · On-site

School Bus Driver At National Trails, our bus drivers are an integral part of the communities we serve. We are committed to safety, customer service and have a genuine, caring attitude for children.

National Trails Bus

School Bus Driver

Detroit, MI · On-site

$25/hr

We are in need of School Bus Drivers for the upcoming 2026-2027 School Year. $25.00 Per Hour to Start! Daily 6 Hour Pay Guarantee! * Responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students ...

National Trails Bus

School Bus Driver

Detroit, MI · On-site

$25/hr

We are in need of School Bus Drivers for the upcoming 2026-2027 School Year. $25.00 Per Hour to Start! Daily 6 Hour Pay Guarantee! * Responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students ...

National Trails Bus

School Bus Driver

Wyandotte, MI · On-site

$26/hr

We are in need of School Bus Drivers for the upcoming 2026-2027 School Year. $26.00 Per Hour to Start! $1,000 New Hire Sign on Bonus! Daily 6 Hour Pay Guarantee! * Responsible for the safe and ...

National Trails Bus

School Bus Driver

Livonia, MI · On-site

We are in need of School Bus Drivers for the upcoming 2026-2027 School Year. $26.00 Per Hour to Start! $1,000 New Hire Sign on Bonus! Daily 6 Hour Pay Guarantee! * Responsible for the safe and ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Southfield, MI · On-site

$23/hr

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Southfield Public Schools, Southfield, Michigan! New Driver Sign-On Bonus $2,000 As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Carleton, MI · On-site

$24 - $29/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Flint, MI · On-site

$24/hr

School Bus Driver benefits: * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate : $24.00 per hour * Training Rate: 15.00 per hour * Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Redford, MI · On-site

$25.75/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

First Student

School Bus Driver

Troy, MI · On-site

$28.50/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

First Student, Inc.

School Bus Driver

Warren, MI · On-site

$23/hr

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract school bus driver in Michigan is $18.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectContract School Bus DriverSchool Bus Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsementsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger and school bus endorsements
Work EnvironmentTypically contracted to multiple districts or private companies, flexible routesEmployed directly by school district, fixed routes
Employer & IndustryPrivate companies or independent contractors serving schoolsPublic school districts

Contract School Bus Drivers often work for private companies or as independent contractors, providing transportation services to multiple districts with flexible schedules. School Bus Drivers are employed directly by school districts, following fixed routes and schedules. Both roles require similar certifications but differ mainly in employment type and work environment.

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School Bus Driver

Livonia, MI • On-site

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Job description

School Bus Driver

At National Trails, our bus drivers are an integral part of the communities we serve. We are committed to safety, customer service and have a genuine, caring attitude for children. We are your friends, family, and neighbors - come join our team!

We are in need of school bus drivers for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. $25.00 per hour to start! $1,000 new hire sign on bonus! Daily 6 hour pay guarantee!

  • Responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students; including all duties connected to operating a school bus per all applicable client district policies & state/federal laws
  • Ability to manage and maintain all students on the bus in a calm and safe manner
  • Conduct all pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required
  • Report to duty on time and maintain route on time and in a safe manner
  • Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency
  • Inform all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures/incidents
  • Complete all required paperwork (including route change sheets, timecards, vehicle repair requests)
  • Keep the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable
  • Present a neat and professional personal appearance at all times
  • Maintain a professional attitude with parents, students, other staff members, fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers
  • Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment

Compensation and benefits

  • $25.00 to start!!
  • Scheduled pay increases!
  • Guaranteed 6 hours pay daily!
  • Paid sick days/time off
  • 6 paid holidays
  • Health benefits - medical-BCBS, dental and vision
  • Paid life insurance
  • 401k retirement with company-match

Requirements

  • RESA certification
  • Class A or B commercial driver's license (CDL)
  • Passenger & school bus endorsements
  • Age: minimum 23 years of age
  • At least 1 year of school bus driving experience

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