School Bus Operator ; CDL

School Bus Operator I (CDL)

Manchester School District District Office - Manchester, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Manchester School District

Job : 5068776
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

The School Bus District offers a full benefits package to all eligible employees including:

• Anthem Medical insurance
• Anthem Vision insurance
• Delta Dental insurance
• Company funded HSA for select Anthem health plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Company sponsored life insurance
• 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan
• Vision discounts
• Medical incentive rewards
• Employee assistance program
• Many more.

A School Bus Operator I (CDL) improves student achievement by transporting students safely to and from school, and school-related activities. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) ensures the school bus (Greater than 14 passengers) is in safe operating condition, manages student behavior and enforces rules, regulations, policies and laws to ensure students’ safety during loading, transport and unloading. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) is responsible for safely and professionally operating a school bus (Greater than 14 passengers) over an assigned route in all types of weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, hail, sleet, snow, ice and fog.

A School Bus Operator I (CDL) is responsible to abide by all the rules and regulations as provided by school policies and local, state and federal governmental agencies. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) will work with students, parents, staff, colleagues and others in a courteous and respectful manner.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Be 18 years of age and have possessed a valid (regular) U.S. driver’s license for a minimum of two years.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger (P) Endorsement and a School Bus (S) Endorsement with Air Brake Certification.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain basic first aid training and CPR certification.
• Pass all Criminal History Checks.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certification
• Willingness to participate in the Manchester School District Drug and Alcohol Program
• Have the ability to listen and understand information.
• Have the ability to communicate information so others will understand it.
• Have citizenship, residency or work Visa in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of school bus driving experience.
• Familiarity with roadways within the City of Manchester, NH and surrounding communities

• Operate a school bus (Greater than 15 passengers) safely and professionally.
• Pick up and deliver students as per set route and schedule.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Check bus seats and floor, including under seats, for students after each trip.
• Notify supervisor(s) immediately in case of mechanical failure or delay in more than five (5) minutes in scheduled deliveries or pickups; complete accurate reports as required.
• Report all crashes and/or on-board accidents and injuries immediately per protocol and promptly complete accurate reports and forms.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the school bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies using a variety…