Bus Driver Float

Young World Physical Education; Alliance (OH); On-site; USD 26,222 - 30,359; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Job summary

Alliance City Schools in Alliance, Ohio is seeking a Bus Driver Float. This full-time role includes health insurance, a 6-hour day, and 180 days per year. Reports to the Director of Operations or designee, with salary range $24.28–$28.11 per hour.

Starting date is immediate. Candidates must meet state driver requirements and maintain a safe driving record while transporting students and managing bus operations and required paperwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 years.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must meet all school bus driver requirements set by state law and Ohio Dept. of Education.
• Residence in district preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obey all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Inspect bus daily per pre-trip rules.
• Maintain seating charts and route sheets.
• Transport authorized students and trips as needed.
• Report accidents or safety concerns immediately.

Skills

Effective communication

Reading & writing

Dependability

Punctuality

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Organizational skills

Ability to follow instructions

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CB radio

Computer systems

Job description

Bus Driver Float

Alliance City SD Transportation/Bus Garage - Alliance, Ohio.
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Job Details

Job ID: 5824082
Application Deadline: Jul 15, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 09, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $24.28 to $28.11 Per Hour
Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Description

Bus Driver Float – This position offers Health Insurance Benefits. Days and hours are as needed – currently 180 days per year, 6 hours per day. Reports to: Director of Operations or designee. Salary: $24.28 - $28.11 Bus Driver.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 21 years.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Must meet all school bus driver requirements set forth in State law and by the Ohio Department of Education.
• Demonstrated competency for assigned responsibilities.
• Industrial or institutional experience in facilities maintenance preferred.
• Valid boiler license where required.
• Certification of good health signed by a licensed physician.
• Residence in the taxing district of Alliance City Schools preferred.
• Other alternatives acceptable as determined by the Board.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
• Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Resolve routine problems.
• Be dependable, punctual and show continued initiative.
• Maintain good personal hygiene.
• Execute verbal and written instructions, warnings, and labels.
• Work effectively with others and maintain a positive work environment.
• Work quickly and efficiently.
• Active listening skills.
• Organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Work independently.
• Knowledge of proper chemical and PPE use, storage, and disposal.
• Knowledge of proper equipment use, storage, care and maintenance.

Performance Responsibilities & Job Functions

• Obey all State and Local traffic laws and rules as outlined in the Ohio Pupil Transportation Rules and Regulations Handbook.
• Observe mandatory safety regulations, including seat belt use.
• Inspect the bus each day per the Ohio Pre‑trip Inspection regulations.
• Enforce Board of Education Discipline Policy and report undisciplined students appropriately.
• Maintain seating chart and route sheets for all routes.
• Operate assigned bus as per the schedule.
• Discharge students only at authorized stops unless approved by Director of Operations or designee.
• Transport only authorized students unless specifically permitted.
• Provide transportation for all extra trips as needed.
• Notify bus garage dispatch immediately of mechanical failure or lateness.
• Report all accidents, injuries, motor vehicle accidents or safety concerns immediately to dispatch.
• Clean interior daily and exterior as needed.
• Parks bus in designated area.
• Attend all school bus suspension or expulsion hearings as directed.
• Submit all required forms and records as directed.
• Report daily to Director of Operations or mechanic regarding safety or mechanical defects.
• Use CB radio only for official school business in accordance with District guidelines.
• Maintain highest standards for safety and cleanliness per all applicable guidelines.
• Keep bus in clean, safe, maximum operating condition.
• Maintain friendly and helpful attitude toward students, employees and public.
• Never leave in an emergency without authorization from Director of Operations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Attend meetings and in‑services as required by Board Policy or Superintendent.
• Ensure student safety and report any concerns immediately.
• Follow district policies and procedures per employee code of conduct.
• Interact positively with staff, students, parents, and public.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy.
• Promote good public relations through appearance, attitude, and conversation.
• Access and respond to e‑mails daily.
• Respond to routine questions and requests promptly.
• Serve as a role model for students.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Director of Operations or Superintendent.

Equipment & Operation Knowledge

• Telephones and copy machine.
• Computer system and software programs.
• Working knowledge of all transportation equipment including school bus, wheelchair lift (if applicable), CB radio, etc.

Additional Working Conditions

• Occasional interaction with unruly children.
• Frequent repetitive hand movement.
• Frequent excessive sitting during workday.
• Various physical movements including sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, see, read, speak, reach, stretch, crouch, climb, kneel, and stoop.
• Lift, carry, push, and pull items up to 70 pounds.
• Exposure to fumes, airborne particles or dangerous chemicals.
• Operation of vehicle under normal and inclement weather conditions.
• Travel to meetings as required.
• Occasional evening, weekend, or summer work.
• Occasional overtime.
• Exposure to extreme heat and cold.

Contact Information

• Alliance City Schools HR Department
• 500 Glamorgan St, Alliance, Ohio 44601
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]