Bus Driver

Servingschools

Kennebunk (ME)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 44,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Annual pay increases

25 hours per week schedule

Dental insurance (100% employer-paid)

Medical insurance options or cash in L

MainePERS retirement

DOT ELDT training paid

Sign-on bonus up to $1,000

Recruitment bonus $500

Attendance bonus up to $300

Paid CPR/ AED Certification training

Paid Q'Straint Wheel Chair Training

Up to 40 hours annual paid training

School-year schedule (no nights, etc)

Job summary

RSU 21 Transportation Department in Kennebunk, ME seeks a Full Time School Bus Driver to safely transport students on assigned routes. Paid CDL training is provided; no CDL required to apply.

The position follows a school-year schedule with a variety of benefits and bonuses, including annual increases and paid training. Eligible applicants can look forward to comprehensive benefits, retirement options, and a supportive transportation team.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-minded professionals who bring patience, calm decision-making, and strong communication skills to every student ride.

Responsibilities

Safely transport students on assigned routes while maintaining a calm, professional environment and ensuring student safety at all times. Responsibilities include daily inspections, communication with staff, required reporting, training participation, and keeping the bus clean and ready for service.

Skills

Safety-minded

Patience

Calm decision-making

Strong communication

Dependable

Tools

Class C License

Job description

Full Time

Bus Barn, Kennebunk, ME, US

Salary Range: $26.23 To $32.14 Hourly

School Bus Driver

RSU 21 Transportation Department

Pay: $26.23 - $32.14 per hour (TEA Collective Bargaining Agreement, FY2027)

Why Join RSU 21?

RSU 21 School Bus Drivers are essential to our schools and community. We value your time, your safety, and your professionalism-and we invest in our team.

What We Offer

No Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) needed to apply! Paid CDL training and certification support
Annual Pay Increase for Years of Service and Yearly Cost of Living Adjustments
Outstanding benefits year round benefits with a 25 hours per week work schedule
- Additional field trip hours optional based on employee preference
- 100% employer-paid single Dental Insurance
- Excellent Medical Insurance options OR Cash in Lieu of Health Insurance of $3,000
- MainePERS Retirement Program (state pension)
Paid DOT Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT), plus courseware cost is employer paid!
Annual longevity bonuses up to $1,500 starting in year one
Sign-on bonus up to $1,000
$500 recruitment bonus for employee referrals
Attendance bonus up to $300 per year for reliable attendance
Paid CPR/AED Certification training
Paid Q'Straint Wheel Chair Certification training
Pay scale credit (additional pay) for prior work experience for new incoming employees
Up to 40 hours of annual paid training opportunities
School-year schedule (no nights, weekends, or summers)
Positive team work environment & safety-focused transportation team

Key Responsibilities

Safely transport students on assigned routes while maintaining a calm, professional environment and ensuring student safety at all times. Responsibilities include daily inspections, communication with staff, required reporting, training participation, and keeping the bus clean and ready for service.

Qualifications

Ideal candidates are dependable, safety-minded professionals who bring patience, calm decision-making, and strong communication skills to every student ride.