Bus Driver- Driver in Training, Relief Driver, or Route Driver (DOE)

Young World Physical Education; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

KLAMATH FALLS CITY SCHOOLS Transportation Department in Klamath Falls, OR is seeking candidates for Bus Driver roles including Driver in Training, Relief Driver, and Route Driver (DOE). The positions involve safe operation of school buses on scheduled routes and compliance with district policies.

Starting pay ranges from $19.64 per hour for Driver in Training to $28.59 per hour for Relief and Route Drivers, with a $3,000 signing bonus for eligible Relief Driver roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• DOT pre-employment physical and drug screen required.
• Oregon Department of Education background check required.
• 3–5 year driving record required before start.

Responsibilities

• Drives a school bus safely and professionally.
• Pre-trip inspections performed daily.
• Complies with traffic regulations and district policies.
• Participates in on-site training.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Job description

Bus Driver- Driver in Training, Relief Driver, or Route Driver (DOE)

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5889831
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Aug 17, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Driver in Training,ReliefDriver, or Route Driver, based upon experience

FUNCTION:

Drives bus to transport students over specified routes, according to time schedule. Complies with traffic regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Drives a school bus safely and professionally;

Handles stressful conditions in a professional manner;

Performs and properly completes daily pre-trip inspections;

Complies with all traffic oinances;

Complies with disciplinary policies set forth in the Code of Conduct for Transportation;

Must have patience and be neat, personable, kind, and courteous;

Participates in on-site training;

Shows proficiency in handling and maneuvering school bus;

Other duties as assigned.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, REQUIREMENTS:

Driver in Training– $19.64 per hour (not benefit eligible). Approximately 2 hrs. per day for a total of 40 hrs. In order to qualify for this position, you must have a High school diploma or general education degree (GED), pass a DOT pre-employment physical and drug screen, pass an Oregon Department of Education background check,provide a 3 to 5 year driving recordand obtain aCLP (Commercial LearnerPermit)prior to start. This is a non-represented position. This position must complete ODE training and pass a CDL test in order to be eligible to become a Relief Driver.

Relief Driver– $28.59 per hour (not eligible for step increases). Hiring bonus of $3,000 over three (3) years ($750 at signing, $750 at year 2, and $1,500 at year 3) . This is an on-call position, hours vary based upon availability. In order to be a Relief Driver, an individual must pass the requirements (including High School Diploma or GED and pass DOT pre-employment physical and drug screen, and pass an Oregon Department of Education background check for new hires) of a Driver in Training, must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License, pass State School BusSkills Tests. This position is represented and benefit eligible. There will be a 120 working day probationary period for this position.

Route Driver– $28.59 per hour. This position is available after meeting all of the requirements as Relief Driver (approximately six (6) months) and upon the availability of an open route. This position requires for new employees a High School Diploma or GED, and the passing of a DOT pre-employment physical and drug screen and pass an Oregon Department of Education background check. This position builds off of theReliefDriver and maintains the same bonus, union affiliation, and benefits eligibility.

Pre-employment requirements:

Employment for this position is contingent on clearance of the following:

__X__Pre-Employment Drug Screen

__X__ Background Investigation

The district prohibits discrimination and harassment on any basis protected by law, including but not limited to, an individual’s perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status, or because of the perceived or actual race, color, religion, sex, the sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, marital status, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, familial status, economic status, or veterans’ status of any other persons with whom the individual associates.

Position Type: Regular

Salary: $19.64 Per Hour

Job Categories:

• Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Marvin Babb , Transportation Supervisor
• Transportation Department Klamath Falls, OR
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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