Position Title:

Bus Driver - with BONUS options

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BRAND NEW BUS FLEET EXPECTED FOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR FLSA

Classification:

Non- Exempt Reports to:

Principal and Transportation Director Position Description:

Transport students to and from school, following established routes. Drivers might also transport students to special events, like field trips and after-school sporting events.

Essential Functions:

• Drive a school bus safely in accordance with time schedules transporting students to and from their homes, and on field trips as assigned.
• Oversee the boarding and departing of students, releasing students to authorized individual.
• Assure that safety belts are fastened.
• Assure bus is maintained in safe operating condition; report needed mechanical repairs.
• Assures bus is maintained in a clean condition.
• Follow district policies, rules and regulations, and observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Supervise children during emergency drills.
• Display professional behavior when working with students, families, co-workers and others in the community.
• Have knowledge of common safety hazards and necessary safety precautions for self and others, sufficient to be able to establish a safe bus operation.
• Assist with medical and behavior problems.
• Prepare student discipline reports and issue bus citations when appropriate.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the Imagine Schools Six Measures of Excellence in the execution of duties.
• Model positive character virtues and habits. Assist students in developing positive moral and performance character attributes.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Principal/School Leader.

Preferred Qualifications:

Education:

High School Diploma/GED.

Licenses & Certifications:

Commercial Driver's License and driving experience.

Experience:

1-2 years related work experience.

Knowledge, Ability & Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating manuals. Ability to perform the job independently and exercise good judgment when appropriate. Tolerance for all personality types and a passion for working with children. Ability to perform in a sometimes physically demanding and stressful environment.

Note:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must meet the standard required for each essential function. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all assigned duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Bus driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

West Melbourne, FL 32904: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person