2026-27 Bus Driver (20 hours per week plus Field Trips) - Transportation Department

Young World Physical Education; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 27,207 - 35,803; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness clinic access

Flexible Spending Account

403(b) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools in Springfield, Oregon is hiring a part-time bus driver to operate split shifts from 6:00am–9:00am and 1:30pm–4:30pm, Monday through Friday, with field trips as needed.

Candidates without a CDL can train for one, and CDL-licensed drivers will be paid per the district salary schedule. Primary duties include safely transporting students to and from designated locations and supervising riders. Benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Must obtain a Valid State of Oregon Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the District’s time frame.
• Must hold a Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Must hold an Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Pupil Transportation Certificate.
• Must hold a Valid First Aid/CPR Card.
• Must be able to drive vans and buses.
• Must know the immediate geographic area.
• Must work with students in a supervisory, supportive, and positive capacity.
• Must work a split shift.
• Must understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Must have strong, but appropriate, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must commit to cultural competency and respect for diversity.
• Must communicate clearly and effectively with students, staff and parents using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
• Must enjoy children of all ages.
• Bilingual/bi‑cultural individuals are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available for driver training and/or testing prior to beginning the position.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting students to and from designated locations, including school, activities and field trips.
• Work split shifts as scheduled (M–F 6:00am–9:00am and 1:30pm–4:30pm approximately).
• Train for CDL if not currently licensed and obtain required certificates within district time frame.

Job description

2026-27 Bus Driver (20 hours per week plus Field Trips) - Transportation Department

Job ID: 5826812

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 10, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Are you looking for a rewarding career working with children? Springfield Public Schools is now accepting applications for the position of school bus driver to work split shifts for hours of M-F 6:00am to 9:00am (approximately) and 1:30pm to 4:30pm (approximately). Candidates who have a current driver’s license without a CDL will have the opportunity to be trained and obtain a CDL. The primary function of the position is safely transporting students to and from designated locations, including school, activities and field trips.

Position Type

Part‑time

Salary: $19.75 to $25.99 per hour

Qualifications and Certifications

• Must obtain a Valid State of Oregon Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within the District’s time frame.
• Must hold a Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Must hold an Oregon Department of Education (ODE) Pupil Transportation Certificate.
• Must hold a Valid First Aid/CPR Card.
• Must be able to drive vans and buses.
• Must know the immediate geographic area.
• Must work with students in a supervisory, supportive, and positive capacity.
• Must work a split shift.
• Must understand and execute verbal and written instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Must have strong, but appropriate, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must commit to cultural competency and respect for diversity.
• Must communicate clearly and effectively with students, staff and parents using tact, courtesy, and good judgment.
• Must enjoy children of all ages.
• Bilingual/bi‑cultural individuals are encouraged to apply.
• Must be available for driver training and/or testing prior to beginning the position.

Mandatory Mandatory Mandatory

Notice to Candidates: Candidates who do not have a current CDL must obtain a CDL permit within ten (10) working days of a job offer and obtain their CDL and required certificates within the District time frame. CDL‑licensed candidates will be in Range 9 – $19.75 to $25.99 (25/26 Salary Schedule) depending on experience. Non‑CDL candidates will be hired as a trainee and paid $19.75 per hour during training. Upon completion of all required licenses and certificates, the driver will be hired into a classified CDL Bus Driver position.

Benefits

Eligible for benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits with full access to our Wellness Clinic; Optional Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Account; 403(b) retirement plan; and an employee Assistance Program.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Human Resources, HR
• 640 A Street
• Springfield, Oregon 97477
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]