Bus Driver (Operations)

Transportation 9042; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte County Public Schools Transportation 9042 in Punta Gorda, FL is seeking a Bus Driver (Operations) to cover routes as needed and support routing and training efforts. The role requires a Florida CDL, ESE bus operator certification (or plan to obtain within six months), CPR/First Aid, and strong communication skills.

The department offers competitive benefits and a comprehensive pay schedule with a starting rate at $21.80 per hour, full time status, and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of approved training for ESE school bus driver.
• CPR and First Aid approved training.
• Successful completion of a physical exam by a school board approved physician.
• Experience as a Charlotte County school bus driver for three years.

Responsibilities

• Drives any route necessary in the absence of a permanent driver.
• Assists routing and scheduling manager in route/trip development and safe stop placement.
• Assists safety/training manager in safety reviews and bus evacuation drills.
• Monitors bus cleaning and Child Safety Restraint System placement as needed.
• Prepares and delivers training and safety meetings for drivers and attendants.
• Transfers buses as required with the service manager.
• Obeys traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains student discipline and reports incidents.
• Follows assigned schedules and printed routes unless alternate routes are approved.
• Performs pre-trip inspections and notifies authorities of mechanical issues.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

ESE bus driver training

CPR/First Aid training

Physical exam

3 years bus driver experience

Oral and written communication

Florida CDL and endorsements

ESE bus operator certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bus Driver (Operations)

Charlotte County Public Schools Transportation 9042 - Punta Gorda, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Charlotte County Public Schools , and Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5950182

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

PCN 94278030BO

Calendar - 189/ Hrs

Paygrade 5 - $21.80/Hrs

Charlotte County Public Schools boasts a competitive compensation package* for employees. This package includesa robust employee benefits offering with access to plan options for supplemental and options plans. CCPS offers plan members an onsite Wellness Center. The Wellness Center provides no-cost preventative care, low-cost acute care appointments, behavioral health services, and prescription dispensing for select prescriptions at no additional cost!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of approved training course for the ESE school bus driver
• CPR and First Aid approved training courses for school-based personnel
• Successful completion of a physical exam by a school board approved physician
• Experience as a Charlotte County school bus driver for three (3) years
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Valid Florida commercial driver’s license and all other required endorsements to drive a school bus
• Certification to operate each type of school bus within the district fleet or willingness to become certified within three (3) months of employment
• Certification (or ability to become certified) as an ESE bus operator within six (6) months ofemployment

*Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate.

Performance Responsibilities

• Drives any route necessary in the absence of a permanent driver. Has working knowledge of the routes of the drivers assigned to the supervising dispatcher.
• Assists the routing and scheduling manager in the development of routes and trips, ensuring the safe placement of stops, proper stop sequencing, and map information.
• Assists the safety and training manager in reviewing reports of unsafe stops, unsafe walking conditions, and in making recommendations based on the review; assists drivers in bi-annual, state-mandated bus evacuation drills.
• Assists in the monitoring of bus cleaning, and, as needed, Child Safety Restraint System placement.
• Assists in the preparation of training, safety meetings, and related operational instruction to enhance the professional development of assigned drivers and attendants.
• Assists the service manager in transferring buses as required.
• Obeys all traffic laws.
• Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Maintains student discipline and reports undisciplined students to principal of school or to supervisor.
• Keeps to assigned schedule when traffic conditions permit.
• Follows the printed route for bus unless permission to follow an alternate route is given by the transportation office.
• Performs pre-trip inspection of bus for mechanical defects including fire blankets and wheelchair restraining devices.
• Notifies proper authorities of mechanical failure through submission of appropriate form.
• Discharges students only at authorized stops.
• Transports only authorized persons as identified by the administration.
• Reports all accidents, vehicle or student, immediately to the transportation office and completes all required forms.
• Enforces all regulations against eating, drinking, smoking, dipping, chewing or any use of tobacco, drugs or related products on the bus.
• Attends all required safety and training sessions.
• Complies with all written official policies and regulations of the transportation department, of the school board and of the State of Florida.
• Maintains effective working relationship with other employees, parents, and the public.
• Wears the prescribed uniform.
• Assists regular drivers in student management skills, on and off the bus, as needed.
• Performs other duties consistent with the goals and objectives of the position.
• Assists in the preparation and review of documents related to bus operation; assists in routine office functions, such as phone answering, seat charts/left-right sheet preparation.

Full job description can be found: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/job-descriptions

Compensation information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/salary-schedule

Benefits information can be found here: https://www.yourcharlotteschools.net/health-benefits

AHCA Background Screening: AHCA

*Benefits eligibility will be determined and communicated to new hires during the onboarding process.

Charlotte County Public Schools promote Equal Educational and Employment Opportunities.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening, as outlined in our drug-free workplace policy -Charlotte County Public Schools Policy 3124.

Charlotte County Public Schools CONSIDERS VETERAN’S PREFERENCES FOR ALL POSITIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH Florida Statute. 295.07.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.80 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Heather Thompson , HR Assistant
• Transportation 9042
• Phone: [phone] X1562
• Email: [e-mail]