Bus Driver

Position Details

• FTE: 0.50 (20 hours per week), up to 0.75
• Contract Status:
  Contract
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• Salary Schedule/Lane: 77/A/01
• Reports To:
  
  Transportation Manager
• Benefits:
  Eligible (for contract);
  Not Eligible (for hourly)

Starting Wage: $24.81 per hour.

Multiple vacancies – position open until filled.

The position starts as an hourly role and may transition to a contract role with benefits once the incumbent meets all license and training requirements.

• The Bus Driver transports students on scheduled routes and to/from special excursions, ensuring the vehicle is in safe operating condition and safeguarding student safety during transport, loading, and unloading.
• Promotional opportunity to a contract, benefits‑eligible position upon successful completion of initial training.

• Fingerprintable and successful criminal background check required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Utah Driver's License and evidence of insurability.
• 21 years of age or older.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within 60 days of hire; district will provide all essential training.
• Able to roll, push, pull, bend, reach, stoop, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Pass and maintain the U.S. Border Patrol Physical Assessment Standards for Utah.
• Hold or obtain CPR & First Aid Certificate within six months of hire.
• Read, write, analyze, and follow written and verbal communication in English; understand information presented verbally or in writing.
• Adaptability and understanding of cultural differences; the ability to cope with stressful situations related to students and maintain confidentiality.

• Prior experience working with children with special needs.
• CDL endorsements (including passenger, air brakes, and school bus).

• Drive school bus and other vehicles on scheduled routes, field trips, and other occasions safely and timely.
• Assist students and other passengers (e.g., students in wheelchairs, students with special needs) in safe loading and unloading, including emergency and normal transport.
• Advise students and other passengers of appropriate behavior and safety rules to reinforce regulations and maintain safety.
• Supervise students and other passengers during transit, maintaining safety and following district policy.
• Support other personnel during emergencies, providing assistance and administering first aid if certified.
• Assess incidents, complaints, accidents, and potential emergency situations; recommend resolutions.
• Prepare documents and reports such as field trip reports, employee timecards, incident reports, inspection records, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, federal and state standards, and district policy reports.
• Report observations and incidents involving students to appropriate personnel.
• Clean assigned vehicles (sweep, mop, wipe, clean windows) to ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections, maintaining vehicle condition and compliance with mandated guidelines.
• Maintain vehicle fluids (gas, oil, water, anti‑freeze).
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as mandated by state standards.
• Respond to inquiries from students, parents, and school personnel.
• Participate in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars.
• Adapt to changing work priorities and frequent interruptions.
• Collaborate with team members to perform duties effectively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

No supervisory responsibilities for the Bus Driver position.

The Salt Lake City School District is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Human Resource Services – Salt Lake City School District (slcschools.org) or call 801‑578‑8340.

No district employee or student shall be subjected to discrimination in employment or any district program or activity on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status. The district is committed to providing equal access and opportunity in its programs, services, and employment, including equal opportunity in policies, complaint processes, program accessibility, district facility use, accommodations, and other equal employment opportunity matters.

The district also provides equal access to district facilities for all youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code, including scouting groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation:
Tina Hatch, Compliance and Investigations/Title IX Coordinator, 406 East 100 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84111, (801) 578‑8340.