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School Bus Driver

Sd83, Priest River, ID, United States


Frontline Applicant Tracking - West Bonner County School District

Position Type: Support Staff/ Bus Driver

Date Posted: 11/12/2025

Location: Transportation

Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Opened On: 11-12-25

Job Closes On: Until Filled

Location: Districtwide

Pay: Starting Hourly Rate $17.94 with Full Benefits

TITLE: SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or General Education Degree

Hold a class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with airbrake and passenger endorsement

Meet the physical examination standards of the federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy

Is twenty-one years of age or older

Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the Board

Ability to pass a physical agility test and prove ability to evacuate the bus, including the ability to move students

Pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug tests while employed

Have an excellent driving record

Ability to pass CPR and first aid courses

Knowledge of bus passenger safety and effective discipline procedures

Able to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and well-being and to protect against vandalism

Works well with students, staff, and parents

Awareness of and commitment to proper bus maintenance

Able to sit and occasionally required to walk or stand

Able to grasp tools and occasionally lift or move up the seventy-five pounds

Excellent interpersonal and communications skills

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Transportation Supervisor

JOB SUMMARY
To transport pupils in a safe and efficient manner and perform all activities related to the operation of the school bus.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintenance and Driving

Perform the prescribed pre-trip inspection prior to each trip

Notify the transportation supervisor in writing, using approved forms when applicable, of any mechanical malfunctions, safety hazards, or necessary repairs

Maintain the cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the bus, paying particular attention to windshields and mirrors

Refuel the vehicle

Perform light maintenance, such as checking and replacing water, antifreeze, and oil.

Adhere to established routes, designated bus stops, and the assigned schedule

Obey all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy pertaining to traffic regulations and school bus safety

Stop at all railroad crossings and check visually and aurally that it is safe to cross before proceeding

Report all bus accidents to local school authorities, and report all accidents and pupil injuries immediately to the building principal and transportation supervisor, and complete required reports

If ticketed as a result of an accident or traffic stop by police, pay any fines and court costs and attend any driving safety classes ordered by a judge

Refrain from using cell phones while the bus is turned on or in gear, either to receive calls or to make calls

Report all information necessary for vehicles violating the “Stop Arm Law”

Attend any required training and demonstrate driving proficiency

Interacting with Students

Transport only authorized pupils and ensure that all students have left the bus at the end of the route

Abide by all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy when loading and unloading passengers

Unload passengers seat by seat

Maintain discipline on the bus and write up students that violate rules

Require all students to remain seated when bus is in motion

Do not allow students to consume soda, food, or gum on the bus

Participate in emergency evacuation drills in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy and instruct passengers regarding safety regulations and other bus rules

Other

Maintain records as assigned by the transportation supervisor

Abide by all federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy

Know and follow school district policy and the chain of command

Interact with students, parents, staff, and others in a positive manner

Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and issues that may arise

Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development through such efforts as attendance at inservices

Seek assistance should emergencies arise

Represent the school district in a positive manner

Know and follow school district policy and chain of command

Perform other duties as assigned

EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the transportation supervisor in conformance with district policy and Idaho law and administrative rules.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position shall be considered in all respects “employment at will”. The “employment period” and other descriptions and terms set forth in this job description shall not create a property right for the employee. These are set forth only to advise the employee of when and what type of services will be required by the district so long as the employment continues.

NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33‑1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33‑1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.

Legal Reference

I.C. § 33‑512 Governance of Schools

I.C. § 33‑1210 Information on Past Job Performance

IDAPA 08.02.02.004.02 Standards for Idaho School Buses and Operations

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