School Bus Driver

Position Overview

Education in the Unorganized Territory – Anticipated Vacancy – Opening Date:
May 22, 2026 Closing Date:
June 19, 2026 Grade / Admin Unit: 10 / Operation/Maintenance Job Class Code: 8000 Salary: $15.10 - $19.92/Hourly Position Number:  Position Type:
Part-Time 20 hours weekly

Location:

Silver Ridge

• Safely operate a school bus to transport students to and from school and school-related activities.
• Enforce bus rules to maintain student discipline and report any violations or incidents.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections, schedule and report maintenance needs, and keep the bus clean.
• Complete required reports and ensure students are picked up and dropped off at authorized stops in compliance with school policies and safety regulations.

• Knowledge of Maine Motor Vehicle laws.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to school buses and drivers.
• Ability to maintain order and discipline on the bus.
• Ability to communicate and work in a positive manner with staff and pupils.
• Ability to perform minor maintenance and adjustments to bus.
• Ability to lift independently objects weighing up to 70 pounds.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 21 years of age or older.
• No criminal or driving violations.

Maine Class B Motor Vehicle Operator's License with passenger and school bus endorsement.

• 13 paid holidays.
• 12 days of sick leave.
• 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually (accrual increases with years of service).
• Health insurance coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums).
• Dental insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums).
• MainePERS retirement plan contribution (14.11% of pay).
• Gym membership reimbursement (up to $40 per month).
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Living Resources Program (employee assistance).
• Parental leave: 42 consecutive paid days; additional unpaid leave may be available under FMLA.
• Voluntary deferred compensation (Maine Saves 457(b) account).

Please submit a cover letter and a current resume. Include the month and year for any relevant experience and identify any non‑full‑time experience. The resume should detail the duties and responsibilities of each position.

For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.