Bus Driver 2026-2027

Lake Washington School District; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 52,348 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Performance Bonus

Job summary

Lake Washington School District in Redmond, WA seeks School Bus Drivers to ensure safe transportation for students on regular routes and field trips. Base pay is $38.93 per hour; positions include paid training, PTO, and a performance bonus.

Applicants must be 25+, hold a WA driver's license with at least 5 years driving, and obtain a CDL permit before training. Interviews will be scheduled from August to September; training begins Oct 12, 2026; LWSD is an equal opportunity employer and

Qualifications

• Must be 25 years of age or older.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license with a minimum of 5 years' experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License Permit before training.

Responsibilities

• Drive school buses for regular routes and field trips.
• Ensure safe transportation of students and follow district policies.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and maintain bus cleanliness.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Education

Washington State driver's license

Commercial Driver's License Permit

Job description

Description

MULTIPLE POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Base rate: $38.93 per hour (SC2BusPersonnel26-27.pdf) Position is eligible for membership in the Teamsters Local Union No. 763 which is part of the Lake Washington School District Trades Bargaining Council No. 763 (TBC).

Calendar: 180 days

Position FAQs, including work hours and benefits here

• Paid Training
• Paid Time Off
• Performance Bonus

Additional information regarding Salary Schedules, Benefits, and Employee Group Agreements can be found Human Resources - Lake Washington School District

Lake Washington School District is accepting applications for this position on an on-going basis. Interviews will be scheduled, and positions filled from the applicant pool for openings as they occur. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the Transportation Department.

Next training begins on October 12, 2026. Candidates will be interviewed throughout August and September. FINALISTS WILL BE CONTACTED FOR AN INTERVIEW

Job Summary

School Bus Drivers play a vital role in the Lake Washington School District, ensuring the safe transportation of students. As the first and last District employees our students encounter each day, drivers responsibly provide transportation for regular routes, field trips, and other activities.

Qualifications

• 25 years of age or older
• Valid Washington State driver's license with a minimum of 5 years' experience
• Valid Commercial Driver's License Permit before training
• Ability to pass a Federal DOT Medical Evaluation

Please review LWSD Human Resources Employment Policies: https://www.lwsd.org/employment/hr-employment-policies, which includes our non-discrimination policy. We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.

Lake Washington School District is committed to building an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment for all students and staff. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and life experiences who share our commitment to educational excellence and equity. We especially encourage applications from individuals who have been historically underrepresented in education.

LAKE WASHINGTON SCHOOL DISTRICT IS A SMOKE-FREE WORKPLACE.