CDL Bus Drivers

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Job : 5960273

Final date to receive applications: Oct 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 23, 2026

The Canton Public Schools is seeking CDL bus drivers. The Canton Public Schools is undergoing a construction project to build our new middle school and are seeking a CDL bus driver to transport onsite workers to and from an offsite parking area to the construction site year round. Additionally, the District is looking for CDL drivers who are interested in per diem work, mainly for athletic and special events.

There may be additional opportunities for shifts during the school day.

Positions available include:

• Construction Transportation: Galvin Middle School- aniticpated hours Monday
  - Friday, year round, 6:15-8:15am and 2:45-4:45pm with other routes and events available. Benefit Eligible
• Per Diem Athletic and/or special event bus transportation: Typical hours are afternoon, evenings, weekends from August through June.

Position Summary

Operates a school bus on assigned route(s) and schedule to provide safe and efficient transportation so that students and/or staff may enjoy the fullest possible advantage from the programs and offerings of the school system. Work involves performing pre-and post-trip inspections of the bus; obeying all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the bus; observing all safety regulations and standards for school buses;

and maintaining discipline of students assigned to ride the bus. Driver is also responsible for completing all required reports and securing the assigned bus before leaving the vehicle at the conclusion of a run or route. Driver must exercise tact and courtesy in maintaining acceptable relations with parents/guardians of students transported and with school personnel.

Performance Responsibilties:

• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions and ensure passenger safety.
• Operates the assigned school bus on the route(s) and schedule provided by the District
• Follow the planned route and schedule for departure times and stops.
• Conduct mandatory pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Report routine maintenance or repairs in writing and submit them to the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations.
• Obeys all traffic laws and school bus regulations while operating the school bus
• Monitor and report fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
• Reporting delays, accidents, and emergencies.
• Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations in accordance with District policies and procedures.
• Inspect the vehicle thoroughly before and after each trip.
• Assist with loading and unloading the bus as required.
• Enforce conduct and safety rules on the bus. Report inappropriate student behavior to the appropriate administrator.
• Secures the assigned bus before leaving the vehicle at the conclusion of a run or route. This includes parking the vehicle properly, making a visual inspection of the bus to check for damage and the possibility of remaining passengers, and securing all windows and doors to protect the interior of the vehicle
• Maintain a clean vehicle.
• Support students.
• Other duties, as assigned, not inconsistent with the position.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Finance and Operations

Qualifications:

• Must possess a Class A or B CDL License. Passenger endorsement. School Bus Endorsement
• Clean driving record
• Full yearly mandated requirements for school bus license renewal
• Punctuality a must
• Employment based on successful completion of CORI and fingerprinting background check
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the school department may find appropriate and acceptable

Compensation: Hourly Range $33-35 per hour

Position Type: Part-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff >
Transportation

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Brian Lynch , Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations
• Canton Public Schools
• Email: lynch