Bus Driver - Has CDL - (incl. School Bus Endorsement)

Pennridge School District; Perkasie (Bucks County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennridge School District is seeking a School Bus Driver with a valid CDL and School Bus Endorsement to transport students safely to and from school and district activities. The role requires maintaining accurate records, adhering to routes, and upholding high safety standards.

The position reports to the Director of Transportation and operates on a 10-month calendar, with an hourly rate per PESPA, non-exempt under FLSA. Immediate availability is noted in the posting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Pennsylvania CDL with School Bus Endorsement and air brake restrictions lifted.
• Satisfaction of state and federal requirements to drive students and school buses.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Maintain professional standards as a positive role model.
• Complete and maintain required reports and records, including mileage and time sheets.
• Establish and maintain safe bus routes and schedules.
• Adhere to routes and schedules and ensure student safety.

Skills

Excellent driving record

Strong interpersonal skills

Geographic area knowledge

Technology literacy

Education

High school diploma

CDL with School Bus Endorsement

Tools

Wheelchair lifts operation

Safety equipment handling

Job description

Bus Driver - Has CDL - (incl. School Bus Endorsement)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5091467

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: School Bus Driver – Has CDL (incl. School Bus Endorsement)

** If you would like to become a school bus driver for Pennridge and do not meet the licensing qualification please apply to "Bus Driver – Needs CDL (incl. School Bus Endorsement) – Paid Training"

REPORTS TO AND IS EVALUATED BY: Director of Transportation

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 10-month work year; hourly ratepaid in accordance withPESPA Collective Bargaining Agreement .FLSA Non-Exempt.

AVAILABLE: Immediately

LOCATION: District Wide

PRINCIPAL FUNCTION: To safely and efficiently transport school students to and from school and/or school-related activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely transport students to and from school and/or school-related activities in consideration of road and weather conditions and in accordance with state and local laws as well as District policy and procedures.
• Maintain desirable personal and moral standards so as to serve as a positive role model for students and the community.
• Complete and maintain all required reports and records; including, but not limited to, time sheets and daily mileage records. In addition, ensure that the required driving credentials, updated bus route and current student roster are maintained on the vehicle at all times.
• Assist in the establishment of safe and efficient bus routes and schedules.
• Adhere to established bus routes and schedules.
• Establish a professional working rapport with students so as to ensure adherence to safety rules.
• Report, in accordance with District policy and practice, students who are not complying with District rules and regulations and/or driver instructions.
• Report in accordance with district policy and practice all accidents/collisions/incidents/injuries involving district vehicles equipment, students, employee(s).
• Must be able to physically inspect the vehicle multiple times per day, following the last student(s) unloaded for each tier of the route and prior to leaving the district vehicle for any passengers or articles left behind.
• Must be physically able to exit the rear emergency exit door of the vehicle.
• Be able to properly install and secure, in both school buses and school vans, car seats, star seats, cam wraps, safety vests, wheelchairs and any other safety device that a student may need.
• Perform daily pre- and post-operation checks on the vehicle. Immediately report any problems and/or damage, exterior and/or interior, to the Director of Transportation.
• Maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle – both inside and out, including, but not limited to, the windows.
• Attend all in-service training meetings as required by the district and/or department.
• Submit to quarterly drug/alcohol testing as required by the Federal and State Departments of Transportation.
• Assume other duties as assigned by the Director of Transportation.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or demonstrated ability to read, write and perform basic arithmetic.
• Valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License (“CDL”) with necessary endorsements and air brake restrictions lifted.
• Satisfaction of all State and Federal requirements to drive students and school buses.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUISITE SKILLS:

• At least 21 years of age.
• Excellent driving record (ie: no history of DUI/DWI, no moving violations within the last 5 years, etc.).
• Working knowledge of the geographical area served by the Pennridge School District Transportation Department and an ability to effectively and safely operate all school district vehicles and equipment including but not limited to wheelchair lifts, special needs equipment and safety equipment.
• Strong interpersonal skills so as to be able to relate effectively with students of all ages, their parents, school administrators, teachers and other co-workers.
• Basic understanding of technology. Ability to use district provided email, navigate online trainings as required, and access employee payroll management system.
• Any additional or alternative qualifications as deemed appropriate by the Board of School Directors.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT PAPERWORK REQUIREMENTS: Clearances must be within 12 months and TB must be within 90 days of hire.

• PA State Police Clearance (Act 34)
• Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Act 114)
• School Personnel Health Form (Physical and TB test)
• PDE 6004 Form (Act 24)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form(s) (Act 168)

ADA COMPLIANCE:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Choose one of the following.)

SEDENTARY LIGHT WORK MEDIUM WORK HEAVY WORK VERY HEAVY WORK

SEDENTARY: involves sitting most of the time. The incumbent should be able to exert up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.

LIGHT WORK: If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the individual sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work. The incumbent should be able to exert up to 20 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

MEDIUM WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 50 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.

HEAVY WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert up to 75 lbs of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

VERY HEAVY WORK: The incumbent should be able to exert in excess of 100 lbs of force occasionally, and in excess of 50 lbs of force frequently, and in excess of 20 lbs of force constantly to move objects.

EOE

Position Type: Other

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required