26/27 Bus Driver

Mercer Island School District 400; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 4,900,000 - 5,902,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

SEBB health benefits

Job summary

Mercer Island School District 400 Transportation is seeking a part-time Bus Driver on Mercer Island, WA. You will transport students to and from school and events, while performing safety inspections, maintaining records, and enforcing district discipline policies.

Qualified candidates hold a CDL with school bus certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a clean driving record. The role includes responsibilities for vehicle safety and student supervision throughout routes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• CDL with school bus certification is required.
• Clean driving record and 5 year abstract.
• Current DOT medical examination and First Aid/CPR card.

Responsibilities

• Operates school bus safely and professionally.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections and duties.
• Complies with traffic laws, OSPI regulations, and district procedures.
• Maintain records and follow discipline and safety policies.
• Create a safe environment for students and instruct on bus safety.

Skills

Safe driving

Record keeping

Student management

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDL with school bus certification

Clean 5 year driving abstract

DOT Physical current

First Aid/CPR card

Job description

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26/27 Bus Driver

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Job Details

Job ID: 5497779
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jan 14, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 22, 2025

Job Description

Bus Drivers who work at least 630 hours per school year are eligible for health benefits through the state's School Employee Benefits Board (SEBB) and retirement through the state Department of Retirement Services (DRS). Purpose
Transport students to and from school and school-related events and activities in a school bus or van. This position is daily, on-call and hours will vary based upon the specific needs of the Transportation Department.
Essential Functions

• Operates school bus safely and professionally
• Perform and properly complete daily pre- and post-trip inspections and duties.
• Complies with all traffic ordinances, OSPI regulations, school district procedures and all state and federal laws.
• Complies with discipline and safety policies set forth by the district
• Participates in periodic training
• Maintain all required records
• Create and maintain a safe environment for students on the buses
• Follow discipline plan for students to ensure their safety
• Instruct students on bus safety subjects
• Duties directly related to purpose of job .

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervises students while transporting them

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• CDL with school bus certification
• Prefer up to 6 months commercial driving experience
• Satisfactory 5 year driving abstract
• Clean WSP/FBI Background check
• Satisfactory DOT Physical
• Current 1st Aid/CPR card
• 21 years of age
• Satisfactory completion of SPI Bus Driver Training Course
• Must meet all current OSPI minimum qualifications for school bus drivers

Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operation and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, other employees, and/or students.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply basic arithmetic calculations using units of American money, weight measurements, volume and distance.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Other Skills andAbilities
Ability to manage children effectively. Ability to communicate effectively withstudents, parents, staff and the community. Ability to work effectively underpressure and in stressful situations, and maintain control in emergencysituations. Ability to read and follow maps, route schedules and instructions.Ability to perform duties in accordance with all district and State requirementsand policies.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonableaccommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform theessential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to drive on the job, handle machinery that is vibrating, meet deadlines with severe time constraints, work irregular or extended hours, see close work such as typed or handwritten material, communicate through speech, walk, bend or twist at the neck more than average, bend or twist at the trunk more than average, reach forward.
• Occasionally, but essentially, the employee must be able to stand, squat/stoop/kneel, repeat the same hand, arm, or finger motion many times, climb, use manual dexterity (screw lid on jar ), use finger dexterity (putting on a nut or bolt), lift up to 26-50 pounds floor to waist, push/pull 25-50 pounds, (items pushed/pulled include – wheelchairs, tire chains), carry up to 50 pounds, The employee may occasionally reach above the head, use hand/grip strength, push or pull up to 90 pounds, and carry up to 90 pounds the length of a school bus.
• Specific vision and hearing required by this job include seeing objects/persons at a distance, being able to tell the difference between colors, hearing conversation in a noisy environment, ability to tell where a sound is coming from, hearing the difference among bells, buzzers, beeps, horns, etc.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employeeencounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodationsmay be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently work outside,walk on slippery surfaces, be exposed to sunlight, exposed to infection, in contactwith oils or other petroleum products, handle or be in machinery that is vibrating, meetdeadlines with severe time constraints, work irregular or extended work hours. Occasionally, but essentially, the employee will work in temperatures below 32degrees, work while soaking wet, work in loud noise areas (where you have to raiseyour voice to be heard), work where there are sudden temperature changes, there is risk of getting bitten by animals or insects, exposed to gases, fumes, sprays, etc. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $35.57 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Central Office HR
• Email: [e-mail]

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