Bus Driver - District Wide - 1024

ServingSchools; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Course reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Waterville Public Schools in Waterville, Maine is seeking a reliable Bus Driver to provide daily school transportation. The role requires compliance with all safety and Transportation policies, ensuring students reach school and return home safely each day.

The ideal candidate will drive on a district-wide basis, adhere to schedules, and participate in ongoing safety training while supporting a respectful learning environment.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age.
• Possess a valid Class C driver license.
• Able to pass DOT physical and drug test.
• Able to pass Maine DOE fingerprint background check.

Responsibilities

• Obeys all state and local traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Transports only authorized students.
• Maintains discipline when students are on the bus and reports undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keeps to the assigned school-day schedule.
• Performs pre-trip inspections and notifies Transportation Director of repairs.

Education

Valid Class C driver license

DOT physical

Drug test

Maine DOE fingerprint-based background check

Job description

Bus Driver – District Wide

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible

The Waterville Public School System serves over 2,000 students of all ages in and near Waterville, Maine. Recognized as one of the city’s greatest assets, our schools engage every child in challenging, student-centered learning while providing a safe, welcoming environment for them to learn and grow.

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Bus Driver to provide daily transportation for students. The ideal candidate will maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive environment while following all transportation regulations and schedules. This position plays an important role in ensuring students arrive at school and return home safely each day.

The city of Waterville is located on the banks of the Kennebec River and is easily accessible from two exits off I-95 as well as Route 201. Waterville offers access to affordable housing, employment opportunities, medical facilities, outdoor activities, and a vibrant arts, entertainment, and culinary scene. http://www.waterville-me.gov/about/

Bus Driver Position

• This is a school-year position that follows school-day hours and school vacations—an ideal schedule for working parents or those who value work-life balance aligned with the academic calendar.
• Benefits highlight: health and dental insurance, course reimbursement, and professional development. Full contract available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/district-resources/policies-and-contracts
• Full job description available online at: https://wtvl.aos92.org/careers/open-positions

Primary Responsibilities

• Obeys all state and local traffic laws. This includes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Transports only authorized students.
• Treats students with due respect and understanding.
• Adheres to all Waterville Board of Education policies.
• Maintains discipline when students are on bus and reports undisciplined students to the proper authority.
• Keeps to assigned schedule.
• Checks bus before each operation for mechanical and electrical defects, and notifies the Director of Transportation if repairs are needed.
• Reports all accidents and completes required reports.
• Exercises responsible leadership when on out-of-district school trips.
• Enforces regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.
• Performs other duties as may be deemed by the Director of Transportation and Supt. of Schools.

Qualifications

• Be 21 years of age
• Have a valid class C driver license (Some candidates may be eligible for assistance with Training and obtaining a CDL)
• Be able to pass a DOT physical, drug test, and BMV- required check of driving history.
• Be able to pass a state of Maine DOE criminal history record check with fingerprinting.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. Waterville Public Schools does not discriminate in the operation of our educational and employment policies and will honor all appropriate laws relative to discrimination.