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School Vehicle Driver Jobs (NOW HIRING)

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

Bus Driver

De Witt, IA ยท On-site

$13.25 - $18.25/hr

Employees who operate school vehicles are subject to drug and alcohol testing if a commercial driver's license is required to operate the school vehicle and the school vehicle transports sixteen or ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

Vehicle Driver

Lima, OH ยท On-site

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

LifeWise Vehicle Driver As a LifeWise vehicle driver, you will provide safe and reliable transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Our ideal candidate is responsible ...

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How much do school vehicle driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for school vehicle driver in the United States is $21.06, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectSchool Vehicle DriverBus Driver
CredentialsDriver's license, possibly special school bus certificationCommercial driver's license (CDL), passenger endorsement
Work EnvironmentSchool campuses, designated routes for studentsPublic or private bus routes, various locations
Employer & IndustrySchools, educational institutionsTransportation companies, school districts, public transit
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for school transportation rolesMore general public transit or commercial driving roles

School Vehicle Drivers primarily transport students within school districts, requiring specific certifications and working mainly in school environments. Bus Drivers have broader roles, often working for transit agencies or private companies, with similar licensing but serving diverse routes. Both roles focus on passenger safety and require valid licenses, but their work settings and certifications differ slightly.

Can I make a living as a school vehicle driver?

School vehicle drivers can earn a steady income, often working part-time or full-time hours depending on the school district's needs. Salaries vary by location and experience, and drivers typically need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) and a clean driving record. While it can provide a reliable income, many drivers supplement their earnings with additional routes or related roles.

Do school vehicle drivers get paid for the entire day?

School vehicle drivers are typically paid for the hours they work, which usually include specific routes and scheduled times. They are generally not paid for the entire day if they are not actively driving or on duty outside their scheduled routes. Compensation depends on the employer's policies and whether they are classified as hourly or salaried employees.

What cities are hiring for School Vehicle Driver jobs?

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Infographic showing various School Vehicle Driver job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,812 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Vehicle Driver/Vehicle Assistant - Substitute

Schnecksville, PA โ€ข On-site

Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit
1 - 5K employees

$15 - $20.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


Job description

Position Definition:ย  The Vehicle Driver shall have the primary responsibility for providing safe, timely, and courteous transportation to students.
Relationship:ย  The Vehicle Driver will be directly responsible to the Transportation Supervisor.
Qualifications:
Education/Experience:
  • Excellent driving record.
  • Experience with transporting students, preferred.
  • Valid Driver's License, required.
  • Commercial Driver's License with school bus endorsements, required by the end of the 1st year of employment from hire date.
  • Minimum Class B CDL.
ย Skills/Knowledge: ย 
  • Demonstrates the ability to follow directions and possesses navigational skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability to use time management, allowing for the efficient transportation of students.
  • Demonstrates the ability to follow and implement D.O.T. safe driving requirements.
  • Demonstrates the ability to understand and comply with all state and local transportation laws and regulations.
  • Possesses the ability to utilize technology effectively, including, but not limited to, internet and email.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work in a team environment.
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  • Demonstrates the ability to maintain complete confidentiality.
  • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, demonstrated by patience, understanding, and congeniality.
  • Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Attends work regularly at assigned work hours subject to lawful leave rights and responsibilities.
  • Proficient data collection and entry skills.
  • Demonstrates the skills to provide the highest level of customer service, with patience and knowledge of the department's services.
  • Exhibits a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
  • Possesses high integrity and demonstrates good moral character and initiative.
Physical:
  • Must be able to physically assist students entering and exiting the vehicle.
  • Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, and communicate (vision, hearing, and speech) to effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities.ย 
  • Ability to independently ambulate in and around work areas.
  • Ability to travel to and from assigned work locations without employer support.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time (3 hours).
  • Ability to exhibit appropriate manual dexterity to effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities.
  • Must be able to push and pull wheelchairs safely and attach wheelchairs safely to vehicles for transportation to and from assigned schools.
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Authority: ย The Vehicle Driver will have the authority to perform all functions listed below in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Functions/Duties/Responsibilities:ย  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function/duty/responsibility at acceptable standards. In accordance with both state and/or federal law, reasonable accommodations will be considered upon employee request.
Essential:
  • Responsible for the coordination of transportation and driving to and from assigned schools in a timely, safe, and effective manner.
  • Performs minor maintenance, such as adding oil, antifreeze, and brake fluid to vehicles as needed.
  • Conducts regular inspections (pre-trip/post trip inspection) on vehicle.
  • Picks up and discharges students at the designated times and locations.
  • Instructs students in safe practices and supervises conduct.
  • Maintains a clean school vehicle.
  • Completes reports and paperwork required by the Transportation Department accurately and by given timelines.
  • Responsible for reporting unsafe conduct on vehicle by completing an incident report and following the department procedures on an as needed basis.
  • Responsible for reporting vehicle accidents by completing an accident form and following department procedures.
  • Cordially greets students upon arrival at vehicle.
  • Courteous to parents, students, and classroom staff.
  • Ability to recognize individual student capabilities and exceptions while maintaining order on the bus and while administering to students' individual needs, as required.
  • Provides appropriate intervention in conflict situations according to CPI standards; notifies supervisor when necessary.
  • Collects student's personal items left on the bus and turns them over to school officials.
ย Secondary:
  • This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform other duties as assigned.