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Jackson County School District

Bus Driver

Jackson, MS · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

School Bus Drivers Qualifications: Minimum 21 years of age, high school diploma or equivalent ... Transportation Supervisor, Attendance Center Assistant Superintendent and Director of ...

Capital Senior Living

Driver

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

May assist the Activity Director with in-house activities, including planning and organizing ... Must have a valid driver's license. CDL endorsement preferred and required where necessary.

Packer Fastener

Driver Full-Time

Pearl, MS · On-site

... truck, or flatbed * Assist with receiving incoming product * Help with order picking and ... Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be able to obtain coverage ...

Packer Fastener

Driver Full-Time

Pearl, MS · On-site

... truck, or flatbed * Assist with receiving incoming product * Help with order picking and ... Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record. Must be able to obtain coverage ...

McLane Company

Delivery Assistant

Jackson, MS

$21.50/hr

The Delivery Assistant is a physical, fast-paced position providing direct support to a McLane ... Similar to our Delivery Drivers, you also represent the face of our company to our customers. Great ...

Whitecap

Driver - CDL

Jackson, MS · On-site

May assist warehouse staff with pulling and preparing orders for shipment. * Has a minimum of one year of CDL Driving experience and required state license. * Performs other duties as needed.

Whitecap

Driver - CDL

Richland, MS · On-site

May assist warehouse staff with pulling and preparing orders for shipment. * Has a minimum of one year of CDL Driving experience and required state license. * Performs other duties as needed.

Brown Group , Inc. Defunct

Route Driver - Brandon

Brandon, MS · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

May be required to assist installation and/or service personnel as needed. Physical Demands: * Able ... Valid driver's license and approved driving record * Ability to operate an electronic device for ...

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Advance Auto Parts

Store Driver

Jackson, MS

$13 - $16/hr

Maintain knowledge of product inventory and new arrivals to assist with sales * Engage with walk-in ... Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record Physical Demands The physical ...

Advance Auto Parts

Store Driver

Ridgeland, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Maintain knowledge of product inventory and new arrivals to assist with sales * Engage with walk-in ... Must have a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record Physical Demands The physical ...

Advance Auto Parts

Store Driver

Jackson, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

... deliveries Assist in upselling and cross-selling products to increase average transaction value Maintain store cleanliness including floors, bathrooms, facing, dusting and parking lot General ...

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How much do driver assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for driver assistant in Jackson, MS is $14.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.17 and $15.91 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a driver assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Driver Assistant, you need physical stamina, basic logistical knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with GPS devices, route planning software, and handheld scanners is typically required. Strong teamwork, effective communication, and reliability are important soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure timely deliveries, support driver efficiency, and help maintain a smooth and safe transport operation.

What are the duties of a driver assistant?

A driver assistant supports the driver by helping with loading and unloading cargo, ensuring safety protocols are followed, and assisting with navigation or communication tasks. They may also perform vehicle inspections and maintain cleanliness, often working in environments that require good communication skills and attention to detail.

What is the difference between Driver Assistant vs Delivery Driver?

AspectDriver AssistantDelivery Driver
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, valid driver’s licenseHigh school diploma, valid driver’s license
Work EnvironmentAssisting drivers, warehouse or loading areasDriving to deliver goods, customer locations
Employer & Industry UsageLogistics, transportation companies, warehousesCourier services, food delivery, retail logistics
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Driver Assistants primarily support drivers by helping with loading, unloading, and navigation tasks within logistics or warehouse settings. Delivery Drivers focus on transporting goods directly to customers, often working independently. While both roles require a valid driver’s license and similar credentials, their work environments and daily responsibilities differ significantly.

What are the typical challenges faced by a driver assistant during daily routes?

Driver Assistants often encounter challenges such as navigating heavy traffic, managing time efficiently to meet tight delivery schedules, and handling heavy or awkward packages safely. They work closely with drivers to ensure smooth loading and unloading, maintain accurate delivery records, and provide excellent customer service at each stop. Adaptability and strong communication skills are key, as routes and tasks can change unexpectedly due to weather or customer requests.

What is a driver assistant?

As a driver assistant, you help truck drivers with all aspect of their jobs, barring driving the truck itself. Although you do not typically drive, you are responsible for road safety, safe cargo stowage, and occasional product assembly. You often work independently to load and unload goods from trucks at the receiving company. Becoming a driver assistant does not require you have formal qualifications or education, but prior experience in warehouse environments can set you ahead of other candidates. Duties typically include handling heavy loads, working flexible hours, and performing regular safety inspections. Most driver’s assistants use the skills and experience they gain to move on to a career as a driver, or a supervisory position within a warehouse.

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Minibus Monitor

Rankin County School District

Brandon, MS • On-site

Other

Re-posted 23 days ago

Rankin County School District rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

39th of 622 rated elementary and secondary schools

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation/Monitor Minibus
Date Posted:
7/23/2026
Location:
District Office - Minibus
Date Available:
07/30/2026
Job title:
Monitor Minibus
Reports to:
SPED Transportation Coordinator
Receives guidance from:
SPED Transportation Coordinator, Transportation Director, District Administration and Support Staff, SPED Director, Assistant Superintendent
Overtime status:
Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulations
Job purpose:
  • In keeping a tradition of excellence, the purpose of the Monitor Minibus is to assist the minibus driver when requested or required. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Duties and responsibilities:
  • Assist students requiring help to load or unload the bus
  • Actively assist the driver when backing the bus
  • Constantly monitor students' well-being and behavior during the route
  • Respond appropriately to students' needs during the route and notify the driver if an emergency exit
  • Be familiar with the route in order to assist a substitute or new driver
  • Assist the driver in keeping the bus clean
  • Safely secure all wheelchair students
  • Store and secure all student equipment that is to be transported with restricts, tie downs (e.g. wheelchairs, seat belts, care seats, wheelchair tray, etc)
  • Sit where needed on the bus but not behind the driver unless the bus is empty
  • Complete a walk-through for the purpose of ensuring the safe transportation of all students (no student or book bag left on bus)
  • Assist with conducting emergency evacuation drills for the purpose of ensuring efficiency of procedures and complying with mandated requirements
  • Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of safely transporting students
  • Make sure students do not undo their seat belts and leave their seats while the bus is moving
  • Prevent students from fighting, being verbally abusive, self-abusive or behaving in ways that could create disorder on the bus and threaten the safety of other students
  • Report observations and/or incidents (discipline, accidents, inappropriate behavior, etc.) to the transportation supervisor
  • Lead and attend staff meetings/trainings as applicable; serve on staff committees
  • Maintain and accept responsibility for any district owned fixed asset item assigned to employee and ensure appropriate use by following district policies for acceptable use
  • Undergo periodic evaluations according to state and board policy procedures
  • Maintain confidentiality
  • Regular, dependable, in person, and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position
  • Perform such other and not specifically enumerated duties as may be requested by the Board of Education, superintendent, administrator, director or established by district policy
  • Read, understand, and abide by Employee Conduct Policy, GAB, all other District, State and Federal policies, and procedures and protocols as established by RCSD and the Mississippi Educator Code of Conduct
Qualifications:
  • Education Level: High school diploma or GED
  • Certification: CDL required within 6 months of hire date
  • Other Requirements:
Physical Demands:
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms using equipment such as a keyboard and video display terminal. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, reach, crouch or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment:
  • The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The work environment is not a standard office setting; but rather encompasses the entire active school campus both inside and outside the facilities. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate and occasionally high.
Note: This is not necessarily an all-inclusive or exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. The job description is not a contract of employment or a promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school district may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job (or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.
Terms of Employment:
  • Salary, days and work year as established by the Rankin County Board of Education
Evaluation:
  • Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the Rankin County School Board policy on Evaluation of Employees.

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