Bus Driver (minimum CDL Permit required) - TRC

Cherry Creek Careers; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association is seeking a Bus Driver to transport students safely along assigned routes and on district-sponsored trips. You will monitor stops and supervise students getting on and off the bus while maintaining timely schedules.

When not driving, you may assist with administrative tasks as directed by the department supervisor. The role requires a Colorado CDL Class B with P and S endorsements, CPR/First Aid certification, and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required.
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma.
• No professional work experience required.
• Colorado driver’s license.
• CDL Class B with both a "P" (passenger) and "S" (school bus) endorsement.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must meet insurability requirements of the district.
• Must pass state and federal screenings.
• MVRO in last 3 years with no suspensions/revocations.

Responsibilities

• Drive bus to transport students over assigned routes safely and efficiently.
• After completing the route, perform administrative tasks in the office as needed.
• Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort.
• Reports delays or accidents.
• Performs pre/post-trip inspections to ensure safe operations.
• Loads and unloads students at various stops and destinations.
• Performs student discipline activities as necessary.
• Communicates information and procedures to students and staff during emergencies.
• Waits at assigned locations between routes and activities.
• Performs evacuation drills as required and participates in training.

Skills

CDL Class B (P & S)

CPR & First Aid

Colorado driver’s license

Clean driving record

Background check completed

Customer service

Education

HSE diploma

Job description

Job Title

Bus Driver

FLSA Exemption Status

Non-Exempt

Classification Group

Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association

Supervising Position

Operations Supervisor or designee

Pay Plan

Cherry Creek Transportation Employees Association

Pay Range

Step Schedule

Last Updated

09/08/2025

Pay Information

Pay Information

Benefits Information

Benefits Information

JOB SUMMARY

Transport, safely and expediently, students to and from home, between schools, and on district-sponsored trips. Monitor students at designated stops to ensure safe passage on and off the bus.

When not actively operating a school bus or performing transportation-related duties, employees in this position may be assigned to assist with administrative or clerical tasks as needed or directed by the department supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The subsequent duties outline the fundamental operations of the position and exemplify the nature of the tasks carried out. They do not encompass a comprehensive inventory of the obligations and responsibilities fulfilled in this role. The approximation of frequencies and time allocation percentages are flexible and subject to the requirements of the organization.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• 1. Drive bus to transport students over assigned routes safely and efficiently. After completing the designated bus route, perform administrative tasks in the office for any remaining scheduled work hours. Frequency Daily. Percentage 50%
• 2. Regulates heating, lighting, and ventilating systems for passenger comfort. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 3. Reports delays or accidents. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 4. Performs pre/post-trip inspections to ensure safe operations of vehicle and/or bus by visually or tactically inspecting all components of vehicle interior and exterior according to Colorado Department of Education Standards. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 5. Loads and unloads students at various stops and destinations. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 6. Performs student discipline activities before, during, and after assigned routes, if necessary. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 7. Communicates information and procedures to students, office personnel and/or others in the event of an emergency. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 8. Waits at assigned locations between routes and/or between student pick-ups or at other activities/functions while waiting for students. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%
• 9. Performs evacuation drills as required by the Colorado Department of Education and transportation department procedures. Frequency Annually. Percentage 5%
• 10. Participates in training activities, as required. Frequency Annually. Percentage 5%
• 11. Perform other duties as assigned or requested. Frequency Daily. Percentage 5%

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum prerequisites of formal education, professional work experience, certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, trainings, and other criteria that a candidate must fulfill to be considered for a position. It is essential that certifications, licenses, endorsements, designations, and trainings are fulfilled, valid, and not expired.

• Criminal background check and fingerprinting required
• High School Equivalency (HSE) diploma
• No professional work experience required
• Colorado driver’s license
• Commercial driver’s license (CDL) Class B with both a "P" (passenger) and "S" (school bus) endorsement
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid certification
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must meet insurability requirements of the Colorado School District Self-Insurance Pool
• Must pass Colorado Bureau of Investigation, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Colorado Department of Education screenings
• Must have a clear/clean Colorado Department of Motor Vehicle record within the past three (3) years
• We cannot consider any application for bus drivers until we have an original of your Motor Vehicle Record dated within the past 30 days. We cannot consider any applicant whose license has been suspended/revoked within the past three years or who has had a probationary license for less than three years. We cannot consider any applicant who has been convicted of DUI or DWAI within the past three years.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Medium work strength level (lifting or carrying 50 pounds)
• Works both indoors and outdoors
• Typically a very loud noise level
• Work location is subject to change to meet the requirements of the organization
• Occasional bending, reaching, and climbing
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Visual concentration
• Ability to adjust focus
• Ability to appropriately interact with the public, students, and coworkers
• Exposure to all weather conditions

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in the public sector
• Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Racially conscious and culturally competent with the skill, will, capacity, and knowledge to commit to a culture of continuous improvement