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Shuttle Bus Driver Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking reliable, safety-minded, and positive School Bus Drivers to join our transportation ... Additional contracts available for driving After School Shuttles, Extra-Curricular driving, Field ...

Bus Driver

Decatur, IN · On-site

$33.65 - $55/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 10/29/2024 Location: North Adams Community Schools Qualifications * Valid CDL License with a School Bus Endorsement * Clean driving history * Ability to pass a ...

Bus Driver

Kentland, IN · On-site

$75.42/day

Bus Driver Department: Transportation Reports To: Transportation Director Summary: Provides a safe trip to and from school for students. Abides by all local, state, and federal laws. Education and/or ...

Bus Driver

Decatur, IN · On-site

$33.65 - $55/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 10/29/2024 Location: North Adams Community SchoolsQualifications * Valid CDL License with a School Bus Endorsement * Clean driving history * Ability to pass a ...

Bus Driver

IN · On-site

$15.75 - $21.50/hr

Bus Driver/Bus Driver Date Posted: 3/23/2026 Location: Whitko Community School Corporation Whitko Community schools is looking for a dedicated individual 21 or older that enjoys children who would be ...

SHUTTLE DRIVER (H)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$20.50 - $21.50/hr

The Shuttle Driver provides shuttle bus services for employees and vendors at a major airport owned by a leading transportation, e-commerce, and logistics company. This position offers on-the-job ...

Bus Driver

Lizton, IN

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 5/22/2026 Location: North West Hendricks School Corporation Date Available: 08/03/2026 Closing Date: TBD Position Summary: North West Hendricks School ...

Bus Driver

Lizton, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 5/22/2026 Location: North West Hendricks School Corporation Date Available: 08/03/2026 Closing Date: TBD Position Summary: North West Hendricks School ...

Bus driver safety course as prescribed by the State of Indiana. Regular Route Drivers Pay Regular route full time bus drivers will be paid for 185 days per year based on their daily rate according to ...

Bus Driver

Hobart, IN · On-site

$22.50/hr

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 3/11/2026 Location: Service Center Closing Date: Filled as Needed Bus Driver School City of Hobart Seeking Bus Drivers for the School City of Hobart. Positions ...

Transportation/Bus Driver Date Posted: 3/11/2026 Location: Service Center Closing Date: Filled as Needed Bus Driver School City of Hobart Seeking Bus Drivers for the School City of Hobart. Positions ...

School bus drivers also help passengers, including those with disabilities get into and out of the vehicle. The school bus driver is responsible for ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, cleanliness ...

Bus Driver

Lizton, IN

$16.25 - $22.25/hr

North West Hendricks School Corporation is seeking safe, dependable, and student-focused individuals to serve as School Bus Drivers for various roles including CDL Drivers, non-CDL Drivers, and ...

School Bus Driver

Gary, IN · On-site

$25/hr

As a school bus driver at Indiana Central School Bus, you are not only an essential worker, but also a HERO to children every day! We are looking for candidates who are responsible, love children ...

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How much do shuttle bus driver jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for shuttle bus driver in Indiana is $18.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $20.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Is A Shuttle Bus Driver?

As a shuttle bus driver, your duties are to drive passengers, such as employees, airline passengers, or amusement park guests, around a pre-specified route. Some drivers may work for a medical institution or a government agency responsible for shuttling passengers who require special accommodations and transport, such as elderly home residents or citizens with mobility issues. Your responsibilities include following all transportation laws and safety protocols and helping passengers who need assistance with baggage or getting on and off your bus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Shuttle Bus Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Shuttle Bus Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), a clean driving record, and a good understanding of road safety regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, vehicle inspection checklists, and sometimes electronic logging devices is typically required. Excellent customer service, patience, and strong communication skills help create a positive experience for passengers and ensure smooth operations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for maintaining passenger safety, adhering to schedules, and providing reliable transportation services.

What are some common challenges shuttle bus drivers face during their shifts, and how can they effectively manage them?

Shuttle bus drivers often encounter challenges such as managing tight schedules, dealing with unpredictable traffic or weather conditions, and ensuring passenger safety and comfort. Effective time management, strong communication with dispatchers, and staying alert to road and passenger conditions are key to overcoming these obstacles. Many employers provide regular safety training and encourage drivers to report concerns or delays promptly, which helps maintain smooth operations and a positive experience for passengers.

What are shuttle bus drivers?

Shuttle bus drivers are professional drivers responsible for transporting passengers on designated routes, typically between locations such as airports, hotels, campuses, or event venues. Their main duties include ensuring passenger safety, following schedules, assisting with luggage, and maintaining the cleanliness and basic upkeep of the shuttle vehicle. Shuttle bus drivers must have a valid driver's license, often with a commercial endorsement, and strong customer service skills. They play a crucial role in providing reliable and timely transportation for groups of people.
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Infographic showing various Shuttle Bus Driver job openings in Indiana as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 67% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $39,462 per year, or $19 per hour.

Job description

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:
11/25/2025
Location:
NORTHWESTERN SCHOOL CORPORATION
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
Northwestern School Corporation
CORPORATION BUS DRIVER
DOUBLE ROUTE - $128/DAY
*SALARY AND OTHER BENEFITS PER THE CURRENT SUPPORT STAFF SALARY & BENEFITS SCHEDULE
QUALIFICATION AND CONDITIONS FOR EMPLOYMENT
CERTIFICATION / LICENSE / TRAINING
School bus drivers must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger endorsement and a Standard Certificate from the Indiana State School Bus Committee in order to transport school children on a school bus. The process for obtaining this licensure is described below.
Pass the written DOT/CDL general knowledge test, passenger transport test, air brake test, and school bus endorsement (S) test at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Manuals to prepare for this examination are available at the Bureau of Motor Vehicles and on the BMV website.
Pass a DOT/CDL physical examination from a medical examiner who has successfully obtained their certification by the FMCSA. The certified medical examiner must complete the DOT/CDL physical form and physical fitness certificate. Physical and physical fitness certificate forms are available in the Transportation office. Every two (2) years (unless the driver has a medical condition that does not prohibit driving but does require more frequent monitoring), drivers with a CDL license are required to undergo a physical examination from a licensed physician and submit the completed DOT/CDL physical form to the Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles. Drivers are expected to maintain personal fitness, including emotional stability and physical capacity while employed as school bus drivers.
Pass a drug and alcohol screen as specified on the DOT/CDL physical form. Any person who holds a CDL and operates a school bus, is subject to school corporation policies regarding drug and alcohol use, and to pre-employment, random, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. All testing shall be done in accordance with USDOT-approved procedures. Employees selected for random testing will be notified by the Transportation Office and advised where to report for testing. Failure to report for, pass, or submit to such testing is grounds for immediate dismissal. Information derived through driver drug testing is confidential medical information and will not be made part of the employee's personnel file or disclosed to any other party without the driver's written consent, unless required by law. Drivers may obtain copies of their tests for alcohol or controlled substances by submitting a written request to the Director of Operations.
Successfully complete the three day pre-service school bus driver safety education training, presented by Division of School/Traffic Safety and Emergency Planning.
Observe a properly licensed school bus driver for eight (8) hours and drive a school bus under the supervision of a properly licensed school bus driver for (4) hours. The Director of Operations will assign a school bus driver for the trainee to observe and drive with to meet this requirement.
Pass the DOT/CDL skills test at a certified CDL testing site. With the permission of the Director of Operations, a trainee may use a school corporation school bus as long as a driver, currently employed by the Northwestern School Corporation, accompanies the trainee to the test site.
STATE OF INDIANA DRIVER REQUIRMENTS
(IC 20-27-8-1, 575 IAC 1-8-1 through 575 IAC 1-8-6)
In order to drive a school bus for the transportation of students an individual much satisfy the following requirements:
  • Is of good moral character.
  • Does not use intoxicating liquor during school hours.
  • Does not use intoxicating liquor to excess at any time.
  • Is not addicted to any narcotic drug.
  • Is at least 21 years of age.
  • Holds a valid public passenger chauffeur's license or commercial driver's license issued by the State of Indiana.
In order to drive a school bus an individual must possess the following physical requirements:
  • Sufficient physical ability to be a school bus driver.
  • Full normal use of both hands, both arms, both feet, both legs, both eyes, and both ears.
  • Freedom from any communicable disease that may be transmitted through airborne or droplet means and/or requires isolation of infected person under 410 IAC 1-2.3.
  • Be free of any mental, nervous, organic or functional diseases which might impair the person's ability to properly operate a school bus.
  • Visual acuity, with or without glasses, of at least 20/40 in each eye and a field of vision with 150-degree minimum and with depth perception of at least 80%.
Physical Performance Standards and Measurements apply to drivers who receive a State School Bus Committee Standard Certificate after July 1, 2001 and must be renewed every 2 years:
  • Ability to climb and descent the bus service steps in a forward facing position.
  • Ability to exit the bus via the rearmost emergency door from a seat belted position in the driver's seat.
  • Quick reaction time between accelerator and service brake.
  • Ability to open and close the bus service door.
  • Ability to operate (1) hand control on each side of the steering wheel while the bus is in a safe forward motion.

All Northwestern School Corporation employees must obtain an expanded criminal history report.