Charter Bus Driver

Charter Bus Driver – Durham School Services

We help students reach school safely, on time, and ready to learn. Safety is our top priority.

Pay Rate: $30.75 per hour. Medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance coverage are provided. Employees may enroll in a retirement savings plan.

All Driver positions begin with us as a Driver in Training. You will receive training and support to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and related endorsements. Upon successful completion of training you will be assigned a Professional Driver role.

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive rates
• Career opportunities
• No nights or weekends
• Summers off

• Provide safe and reliable transportation by operating a school bus or other company vehicle.
• Exhibit the highest ethical practices and personal integrity; report any suspicious or inappropriate behavior to a supervisor or manager.
• Report to duty on time and maintain the route schedule while ensuring safety.
• Assist passengers in evacuating the vehicle during emergencies.
• Immediately report any accident or incident per company policy.
• Follow company policy on student and passenger management.
• Inform all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.
• Maintain a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork (route‑change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submit it to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while promoting company goodwill.
• Safely and efficiently use vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities for paratransit drivers may apply per location.

• Must be at least 21 years of age (25 years for Tennessee school bus drivers per state law).
• Must possess or be able to obtain all valid applicable state licenses and other required certifications.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass a substance‑abuse screening.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
• Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents.
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract‑specific driver requirements.

Durham School Services is an equal‑employment‑opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.