Bus Driver

Job Summary

Tanque Verde Unified School District is seeking school bus drivers for the TVUSD Transportation Department. Position Type:
Transportation / Bus Driver. Job . Posted: 8/7/2025.

Location:

TVUSD Transportation Department.

• Safely drive a school bus, van, or district vehicle to transport students, district personnel, and other persons as assigned on school business.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections and maintain a daily log of bus inspection.
• Inspect bus fluids and mechanical functions and report maintenance requests to mechanic.
• Fuel the bus/vehicle as needed and maintain a clean vehicle inside and out.
• Drive the bus or van to transport passengers on special needs, regular routes, special field trips, or athletic events.
• Transport students in a safe manner, instruct them on bus safety, and provide appropriate guidance and discipline.
• Refer parent complaints or discipline problems to the Transportation Coordinator.
• Work split shifts as required.
• Perform other transportation or district related duties as assigned.

• Read and interpret safety rules, operating, maintenance, and procedure manuals.
• Work independently.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Physical ability to sit for a long period, climb up and down stairs, kneel, and crouch.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and employees.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to attain or currently hold a CDL license with School Bus Driver Endorsement. (Training is available.)
• Successfully pass mandatory DOT Physical and drug screens (pre‑employment).
• Obtain appropriate Fingerprint Clearance.
• Complete mandatory CPR and First Aid training.
• Safe driving record.

Pay is $16.00 per hour while in training. Starting pay up to $21.90 per hour after training.

The job description is intended to be generic in nature. It conveys essential information and is not exhaustive.