Anticipated: Shuttle Driver

Starting Date: Aug 11, 2026

The Shuttle Driver is responsible for safely transporting passengers to their destinations while providing exceptional customer service. This role involves following scheduled routes, ensuring passenger safety, maintaining a clean and operational vehicle, and adhering to traffic and safety regulations.

Terms of Employment:
Full-time, school year only position

• Class D (chauffeur) license with the "3" (passenger) endorsement, required
• School Bus Driver Authorization, may obtain after hire
• Valid Iowa driver’s license, required

• Operate the bus safely and responsibly on assigned routes, following local, state and federal laws and regulations and organizational policies.
• Follow designated routes accurately, in accordance with time schedules and stops.
• Perform routine operator maintenance including but not limited to: pre/post inspections, sweeping interior, wiping upholstery, cleaning windshields, reporting equipment defects and presenting bus for maintenance.
• Assist in providing the necessary safeguards to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment. Report any mechanical issues to the operations department.
• Greet and assist passengers, including those with special needs (e.g., wheelchair users) in boarding and exiting the bus.
• Maintain a friendly, approachable attitude and respond to passenger inquiries in a polite manner.
• Enforce passenger safety rules, including the use of seatbelts (if applicable) and the restriction of unsafe behavior.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior on the bus and report policy infractions as appropriate.
• Adjust routes based on traffic conditions, weather, or emergency detours, and inform passengers of any significant changes.
• Communicate with dispatch or supervisors regarding route changes, delays, or any incidents.
• Monitor passengers to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Keep and handle all student information in a confidential manner.
• Handle emergency situations appropriately and calmly, including assisting passengers in the event of an accident or other incidents.
• Complete and maintain accurate records, including mileage logs, incident reports, and time sheets.
• Report accidents, traffic violations, or other safety-related incidents to supervisors.
• Participate in & complete all training pertaining to the job.
• Assist operations department as needed and perform other duties as assigned.

• IPERS retirement account
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave
• Wellness program

Job : 5836670

Final date to receive applications: Jul 25, 2026 4:00 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Yesterday

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $24.54 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff >
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• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Mark Davis
• 560 SE University Avenue
• Waukee, Iowa 50263
• Phone:
• Email: mdavis