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Bloom-Carroll Local School District

Bus Driver

Carroll, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

District Transportation School Bus Driver ** UP TO 40 HOURS OF PAID TRAINING TO BE PAID AFTER ONE MONTH OF EMPLOYMENT ** For the 2026-2027 school year 6 hours per day Position Purpose Under the ...

Academy Bus

Charter Bus Driver

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$200 - $300/day

Local convention work, airport/cruise ship transfers, casino, and dinner transfers Requirements: * CDL A or B with passenger and air-brake endorsements * 2 years of similar bus or motorcoach ...

Jackson County School District

Bus Driver

Vancleave, MS · On-site

$13.50 - $18.50/hr

GFBEA School Bus Drivers School Bus Drivers QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum 21 years of age * High school ... The local school board may supplement these qualifications and responsibilities as necessary for ...

Lafayette County School District

Bus Driver

Oxford, MS · On-site

$16 - $22/hr

Bus Driver Reports To:Transportation Director Pay: Based on District Pay Scale/Experience/Route Job ... Maintain routes and schedules as planned by the local school board. * Report any hazards along the ...

Jackson County School District

Bus Driver

Vancleave, MS · On-site

$13.50 - $18.50/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 10/1/2021 Location: VAC-Transportation Date Available: ASAP ... The local school board may supplement these qualifications and responsibilities as necessary for ...

Jasper County Charter System

Bus Driver

Monticello, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $21.25/hr

BUS DRIVER BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE Provides for the safe operation of the assigned bus and control ... Perform pre and post-trip inspections of bus as required by local department regulations * Fuel the ...

Jackson County School District

Bus Driver

Vancleave, MS · On-site

$13.50 - $18.50/hr

GFBEA School Bus Drivers School Bus Drivers QUALIFICATIONS: * Minimum 21 years of age * High school ... The local school board may supplement these qualifications and responsibilities as necessary for ...

Jasper County Charter System

Bus Driver

Monticello, GA · On-site

$15.50 - $21.25/hr

BUS DRIVER BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE Provides for the safe operation of the assigned bus and control ... Perform pre and post-trip inspections of bus as required by local department regulations * Fuel the ...

Clinton HealthCare and Rehabilitation

Bus Driver

Clinton, MS · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

Bus Driver Reports To: Director of Transportation Length of Contract or Work Year: 9 months ... Maintains routes and schedules as planned by the local school board. * Reports any hazards along ...

Grundy County Board of Education

Bus Driver

Perry, GA · On-site

$19K - $19K/yr

QualificationsSchool Bus drivers should possess a Class B commercial license with school bus and ... local traffic regulations and assist motorists in passing school buses between Cooperate with ...

Grundy County Board of Education

Bus Driver

Altamont, TN · On-site

$19K - $19K/yr

School Bus drivers should possess a Class B commercial license with school bus and passenger ... Obey all state and local traffic regulations and assist motorists in passing school buses between

Harlows School Bus Service

School Bus Driver

Elkhorn, NE · On-site

$26 - $29.25/hr

Job Summary School Bus Drivers are responsible for safely transporting students to and from school ... Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT ...

Jasper County Charter System

Bus Driver

Chattanooga, TN · On-site

$15.50 - $21.25/hr

BUS DRIVER BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSEProvides for the safe operation of the assigned bus and control of ... by local department regulationsFuel the assigned bus as needed based upon department ...

CoachUSA

Bus Driver

Waukesha, WI · On-site

$25.50/hr

Local routes only Qualifications: * CDL A or B is required * 21 year or older * High school diploma/GED preferred * No history of DUI/Impaired Driving Violations in the last 7 years * Pass Pre ...

District

Bus Driver

Marks, MS · On-site

$16.75 - $22.75/hr

School Bus Driver Qualifications: • Be at least 21 years of age • Possess a valid Class A, B ... Maintains routes and schedules as planned by the local school board. * Reports any hazards along ...

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Bus Driver

Carroll, OH • On-site

Bloom-Carroll Local School District
11 - 50 employees
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$15.75 - $21.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Safely drives a school bus on designated routes, loading and unloading students at specified locations.

  • Inspects the bus daily to ensure it is in good, clean, and safe working condition, and reports any deficiencies or incidents.

  • Maintains order and discipline among students during transportation and ensures all children depart the bus safely at the end of routes.

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation
Date Posted:
8/5/2026
Location:
District Transportation
School Bus Driver ** UP TO 40 HOURS OF PAID TRAINING TO BE PAID AFTER ONE MONTH OF EMPLOYMENT **
For the 2026-2027 school year
6 hours per day
Position Purpose
Under the general supervision of the Transportation Supervisor, to ensure the safe transportation of students, staff, and others to and from school, residential neighborhoods, and field trips.
Essential Functions:
  • Safely drives a school bus on days when school is in session over designated routes in accordance with time schedules, loading and unloading students at designated locations.
  • Transports students, teachers and others on school field or activity trips.
  • Inspects assigned bus on a daily basis prior to transporting of passengers to ensure that bus is in good, clean and safe working order.
  • Cleans and refuels bus as needed.
  • Ensures that a communication device is in proper working order before each trip.
  • Reports all mechanical deficiencies, traffic violations, or accidents, promptly.
  • Arranges for and ensures completion of routine maintenance of bus (e.g., oil change); transporting the bus to and from maintenance and/or repair facilities.
  • Maintains order and discipline in an effective and courteous manner among students being transported in accordance with district policies and procedures; reports any incidents involving student discipline.
  • Observes and tracks route timing, such as total time en-route, time between stops, loading and unloading times or any other requested information for the purpose of establishing route efficiency, as requested.
  • Maintains and submits records and reports as required.
  • Follows procedures to ensure that no child is left alone on bus without adult supervision at any time, and that all children have departed bus at the end of all bus routes (morning, evening and during field trips or other special trips).
  • Inventories bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment; reports needs to the Director.
  • Prepares aides and children for bus drills and ensures bus evacuation drills are held as required.
  • In case of accidents/emergencies, evacuates children according to written and practiced procedures, ensures that medical emergency procedures are followed; completes a written report as required.
  • Attends and participates in trainings, and other continuing education, career and professional development opportunities.

Additional Duties
  • Performs other related tasks as assigned.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
  • Uses standard automotive and bus equipment, and telephone.

Travel Requirements
  • Travels to and from school district buildings, to vehicle service stations, field trip locations and other destinations are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of all traffic laws, regulations, road signs and related information.
  • Manual dexterity sufficient to operate the bus, conduct pre-trip inspections, and clean the bus.
  • Visual and auditory acuity within professionally determined normal ranges, with correction if needed.
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.
  • Effective organizational, problem solving, and time management skills.
  • Ability to learn and comprehend information from procedures manuals and other materials. Ability to comprehend and follow traffic signs required.
  • Ability to physically move through the bus, center and classrooms.
  • Ability to maintain composure and perform responsibilities under pressure and in cases of accidents or other emergencies.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
  • Works in standard school bus environment.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
Certification/License:
  • Motor Vehicle Operator's (DMV) License.
  • Current Commercial Driver's License (CDL), class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsement.

Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED

Experience:
  • Successful prior experience working as a bus driver, preferably in a school district or transporting children.

FLSA Status: Nonexempt

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