School Bus Driver – Safe, Impactful Student Transport

Job Description

Provides safe and efficient transportation of passengers according to specified routes and time schedules.

• Drive buses and/or shuttles on assigned routes and scheduled trips.
• Inspect, fuel, and clean buses.
• Monitor the behavior of students.
• Perform bus evacuations.
• Maintain records related to incidents, mileage, and vehicle discrepancies.

Demonstrated skill in the safe operation of a motor vehicle. Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community. Must pass pre‑employment drug test and Arizona Dept. of Transportation physical requirements.

• AZ Commercial Driver’s License with P&S endorsement
• AZ School Bus Driver’s Certificate
• Valid IVP Level One AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card
• CPR Certificate with AED
• First Aid Certificate
• Based upon assignment, AHCCCS number for Medicaid billing may be required within four weeks of hire
• Must provide 39‑month MVD record

High School Diploma or GED is required; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

26/27 school year; 40 or more hours per week; 193 days per school year

Band A13 $ 19.28/hr entry level; plus $2.00/hr bus driver stipend

Credit may be awarded for prior passenger bus or heavy vehicle with trailer (over 26,001 lbs.) Commercial Driver License driving experience. Documentation to support prior eligible experience will be required in order to determine if additional compensation is warranted.