2026-27 Bus Driver - Transportation Dept

Paradise Valley Unified School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits for 30 hours/week

Pay during CDL training

CPR and first aid training provided

Job summary

Paradise Valley Unified School District is hiring a Bus Driver to transport students safely over scheduled routes. This role requires a high school diploma, and candidates will receive CDL training. Responsibilities include monitoring students for safety, conducting vehicle inspections, and adhering to safety practices.

Full and part-time positions are available, with starting pay at $23.49/hour and potential benefits. Excellent opportunity to support student transportation in a vital role.

Qualifications

• Adheres to safety practices while operating vehicles.
• Possesses knowledge of emergency evacuation techniques.
• Should have the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Transport students over scheduled routes safely.
• Monitor students for safety during transport.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Safety practices

Administering first aid

Operating district vehicles

Preparing and maintaining accurate records

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Two-way radio

Fire extinguisher

Job description

Bus Driver / Bus Driver Trainee – Transportation

Location: Transportation Department. 9 months, full and part‑time available. Opportunity for benefits at 30 hours/week. Grade 27, $23.49/hour (starting pay up to $25.44 based on K‑12 bus driver experience). Several positions available. Start date: 7/30/2026.

CDL Training Provided: 40‑hour class and 20‑hour behind‑the‑wheel training required prior to contract. Training scheduled June & July. Pay during training. CPR and first aid training required and provided.

• Proof of MMR (required if born after 12/31/56)
• Certified 5‑year MVR (clear of any moving violations)
• Valid IVP fingerprint clearance card

Purpose Statement

The job of Transportation Bus Driver is to provide support to the educational process by transporting students over scheduled routes and/or to/from special excursions; ensuring vehicle operation is in a safe condition and ensuring student safety during transport, loading, and unloading from buses.

Essential Functions

• Advise students and other passengers on appropriate behavior to reinforce posted rules and maintain passenger safety.
• Assess incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g., road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents) and recommend resolutions.
• Assist students and other passengers with safe loading and unloading from buses during normal transport and emergency situations.
• Attend unit meetings, in‑service training, workshops, etc. to gather required information.
• Clean assigned vehicles to ensure safety, appearance and sanitation.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills to ensure procedure efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Drive school bus/s to transport passengers over scheduled routes and authorized stops to and from school and/or field trips safely and promptly.
• Fuel assigned vehicle (e.g., oil, water, fuel) to maintain vehicle in a safe operating condition.
• Inform other school personnel and parents of events, policies and/or practices (e.g., scheduled stops, established routes, route conditions).
• Monitor students and other passengers during transit to ensure safe transportation of all passengers.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections (e.g., fluid levels, tire pressure, exterior condition) to ensure safe operating condition and compliance with mandatory guidelines.
• Prepare computer‑generated and/or manual reports (e.g., field‑trip reports, incident reports, inspection records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information) to document activities and comply with established guidelines.
• Report observations and/or incidents (e.g., discipline, accidents, inappropriate behavior) to appropriate personnel for action.
• Respond to inquiries from students, parents, and/or staff regarding transportation services.

Other Functions

Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements – Minimum Qualifications

Skills: Adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; operating district vehicles, fire extinguisher, two‑way radio, standard office equipment, computer applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records.

Knowledge: Basic math (fractions, percentages, ratios); reading manuals; writing documents; analyzing situations; emergency evacuation techniques; area streets and locations; basic vehicle maintenance; health standards for medically fragile children; hazards; code and policy compliance; safe driving practices; two‑way radio communication; use of wheelchairs, tie‑downs, child safety seats, lifts.

Abilities: Schedule activities, meetings and events; gather and collate data; use job‑related equipment; problem‑solve to identify issues and create action plans; work with diverse individuals and groups; maintain confidentiality; maintain attention to detail; exercise sound judgment.

Responsibilities

Work under limited supervision following standardized practices; provide information and/or advise others; utilize resources from other work units as required; opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.

Work Environment

Physical demands include occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; significant fine finger dexterity. Requires 90% sitting, 5% walking, and 5% standing. Work may involve temperature extremes and exposure to risk of injury or illness.

Experience

Job‑related experience is desired.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Required Testing

• Random drug and alcohol testing.
• Bus driver’s certificate.
• Online driver training certification.
• Commercial driver’s license.

Certificates and Licenses

• CPR certificate renewal.
• First aid certificate renewal.
• Pre‑placement medical clearance.
• Pre‑placement physical capacities test.
• IVP level fingerprint card.

Clearances

• Criminal background clearance.
• Drug test.
• FLSA status: non‑exempt.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. For inquiries concerning the school’s compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, or Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, please contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources.