Bus Driver

Sylvania; Payette (ID); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Job summary

Payette School District is seeking a School Bus Driver for the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants must be 21+, hold a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement, and pass background checks, drug tests, and a physical. The driver will operate a school bus and ensure student safety, in accordance with laws and district policy.

Beginning pay is $25.00 per hour DOE, with extra hours possible for trips. Equal opportunity employer; position open until filled.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Class B CDL with passenger endorsement required.
• Must meet physical examination standards per federal/state rules.
• Must be 21 years or older.
• Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the Board.
• Able to pass a physical agility test and evacuate students.
• Pass pre-employment and random drug tests.
• Not addicted to intoxicants or narcotics.
• Excellent driving record.
• Able to pass CPR and first aid courses.

Responsibilities

• Operate the school bus in compliance with all laws, rules, and regulations.
• Maintain passenger safety and discipline during transport.
• Submit to required background checks, drug test, and physical.
• Ensure safe boarding and alighting of students; respond to emergencies as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Safety procedures

Discipline management

Mechanical aptitude

CPR and first aid

Education

High school diploma

Class B CDL with passenger endorsement

Medical/physical fitness standards

CPR and first aid certification

Job description

Payette School District has the following opening for the 2025-2026 school year:

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

Applicant must be at least 21 years old, have a clean driving record, and possess a current CDL, class B with school bus and airbrake endorsements. Applicant must pass a background check, submit a drug test, and pass a physical. The driver must be able to operate the bus, observing all laws, rules, and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High school diploma
2. Hold a Class B Commercial Driver’s License with passenger endorsement
3. Meet the physical examination standards of the federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
4. Is twenty‑one years of age or older
5. Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the Board
6. Ability to pass a physical agility test and prove the ability to evacuate the bus, including the ability to move students
7. Pass a pre‑employment drug test and random drug tests while employed
8. Must not be addicted to the use of intoxicants or narcotics
9. Have an excellent driving record
10. Ability to pass CPR and first aid courses
11. Knowledge of bus passenger safety and effective discipline procedures
12. Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and make appropriate repairs
13. Able to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and well‑being and to protect against vandalism
14. Works well with students, staff, and parents
15. Awareness of and commitment to proper bus maintenance
16. Able to sit and occasionally required to walk or stand
17. Able to grasp tools and occasionally lift or move up the seventy‑five pounds
18. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
19. Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

COMPENSATION:

Beginning at $25.00 per hour DOE. Extra hours and pay opportunities available for school and sports trips.

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Positions are open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval, and successful completion of a federal background check and drug‑free workplace pre‑employment screening (if required for the position). Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. 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.

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. § 33‑513 Professional Personnel

I.C. § 33‑515 Issuance of Renewable Contracts

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

IDAPA. 08.02.02.022 Endorsements A‑D

IDAPA 08.02.02.023 Endorsements E‑L

IDAPA 08.02.02.0234 Endorsements M‑Z

IDAPA 08.02.02.120 Local District Evaluation Policy—Teacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders