School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver for the following locations: Lewiston/Auburn, Turner, Bethel, and Oxford Hills areas.

Job Summary:

Ridesource Inc. is a Maine-based transportation company dedicated to providing safe, reliable school transportation services across western and southern Maine. Join our team and make a positive impact on students' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment and excellent benefits. Ridesource Inc. is seeking reliable and safety-focused School Bus Drivers (full-time, part-time, and on-call) to transport students safely to and from school for the 2025-2026 school year and beyond.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Safely transport students to and from school along assigned routes, adhering to schedules.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any needed repairs to the Operations Manager.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary bus interior and exterior.
• Follow assigned routes, recognize potential hazards, and operate the bus safely and efficiently.
• Manage student loading/unloading, enforce safety procedures (e.g., traffic control for crossing), and maintain order on the bus using positive discipline techniques.
• Report accidents, incidents, or behavioral issues immediately and complete required documentation.
• Build positive relationships with students, parents, and school staff.
• Attend mandatory training sessions and safety meetings.
• Remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Operations Manager.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Valid Maine Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B (or A) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
• Clean driving record and criminal background check (fingerprinting and drug testing required).
• Ability to pass DOT physical and ongoing random drug/alcohol testing.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a positive, courteous attitude when interacting with students, parents, and staff.
• Strong knowledge of (or ability to learn) traffic laws, school bus safety regulations, and emergency procedures.
• Patient, even-tempered, and able to remain calm under pressure.
• Basic proficiency with phones, maps/apps, and reporting issues promptly.
• Flexibility for occasional evening/weekend on-call work (e.g., sports trips or events).
• Previous experience driving a school bus or working with children preferred.
• Knowledge of local routes in the Lewiston/Auburn, Turner, Bethel, Oxford Hills area preferred.

Benefits:

• Health insurance (majority is employer-paid).
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Sign-on bonus.
• Employee loyalty bonus after 1 year.
• Paid training and ongoing professional development.

Ridesource Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from veterans, retirees, and those seeking a rewarding role in student transportation. How to

Apply:

Please submit your resume to Alyssa Fortin, Twin City Consulting (Alyssa@twincityhr.com) or apply through this posting. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

$25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Professional development assistance Retirement plan

Work Location:

On the road