Bus Driver / Trainer - Transportation

Mesa-Public-Schools---A; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick leave

Holidays

ASRS retirement matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Performance pay annually

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is hiring a Bus Driver / Trainer in Mesa, Arizona. The role combines classroom instruction with behind-the-wheel training to prepare school bus drivers to District, DPS and FMCSA standards while safely transporting students on scheduled routes and special trips.

Starting date is To Be Determined; base hourly $21.01; full-time 40 hours/week, with benefits including retirement matching, health and life insurance, and annual performance pay.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Arizona driver's license with a clean MVD record.
• Must hold Class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements; at least 2 years of CMV driving experience.
• Knowledge of Arizona Minimum Standards for School Buses and traffic laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel training for school bus drivers to DPS/FMCSA standards.
• Drive school buses/van to transport students on routes and field trips.
• Ensure safety, communicate with the public, and support district/community events.
• Administer first aid and respond to emergencies as required.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain route documentation.

Skills

Classroom behind-the-wheel training

Communication skills

Time management

Safety awareness

Public engagement

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Class B CDL with Passenger/School Bus Endorsements

Job description

Bus Driver / Trainer - Transportation

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Job Details

Job ID: 5961624
Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Mountain Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

• Forbes named Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizonafor multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type: Full-time (40 hours per week)

Base Hourly: $21.01

Class/Calendar: B22,12 months

Benefits: Vacation, sick leave, holidays,retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay: Available annually

New Hire Experience: 1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to aten-year maximum

New Hire Education: 1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary: To provide classroom and behind-the-wheel training for school bus drivers according to District, DPS and FMCSA standards; to safely drive any school bus and/or any school van to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions.

All Transportation employees may be subject to pre-employment drug testing and alcohol testing, as well as random testing throughout employment. Due to federal safety regulation, this includes marijuana/THC/CBD. Any employee having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Provide classroom and behind-the-wheel training for school bus drivers according to District, DPS and FMCSA standards
• Drive any school bus and/or any school van safely to transport students over any scheduled routes and/or any special excursions (field trips, athletic events) for absent bus drivers
• Ability to communicate and engage effectively with the public, and willingness to support and participate in district and community events
• Assist students and other passengers to provide for safe loading and unloading from buses during normal and emergency transport
• Administer first aid and medical assistance to provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students
• Assess potential emergency situations and take appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of passengers
• Instruct students in the rules and regulations of safe bus riding and evacuation procedures
• Manage and handle conduct of students and passengers while they are on the bus
• Inform school and/or district personnel of practices and incidents, providing information for proper procedures
• Prepare documentation to provide appropriate personnel with written support and/or to convey information
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of each bus you drive each day
• Report any discrepancies to vehicle maintenance following proper procedures
• Do not drive an unsafe bus; maintain cleanliness and sanitation of bus
• Complete required paperwork and keep route sheet current
• Attend training programs to maintain skills and meet requirements of school bus certificate
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, including bus driver duties
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and a clean driving record from Arizona DOT MVD
• Must be certified continuously as a school bus driver in Arizona for the 12-month period immediately preceding the application and be employed as a certified school bus driver at the time of the application
• Must currently hold a class B CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements and have at least 2 years’ experience driving a CMV Class B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
• Knowledge of Arizona Minimum Standards for School Buses and School Bus Drivers
• Knowledge of Arizona traffic laws

Preferred Qualifications

• High School education or GED
• Knowledge of district policies and procedures
• Knowledge of street and school locations within the district

Skills & Competencies

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to train school bus drivers in behind-the-wheel training and/or classroom training
• Ability to effectively communicate (written and verbal) with students, parents, coworkers and district personnel at all levels
• Ability to read and understand routes, maps and schedules; knowledge of street and school locations within the district preferred
• Ability to meet time schedules; must be punctual and reliable
• Ability to work varying driving assignments and to drive a variety of buses (regular and special ed)
• Ability to effectively communicate using a two-way radio
• Proficient demonstration of driving skills and proficiency; Ability to drive safely under pressure

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties.

Physical Demands: You may be required to do the following tasks frequently:

• Ability to pull, reach, push, bend, stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and sit
• Using repetitive hand motions or manual dexterity
• Strong reflexes for steering, braking, and maneuvering the vehicle safely
• Speaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction)
• Maintaining focus for extended periods

Lifting & Force: The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency:

• Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of force
• Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force
• Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force

Working Environment: You may encounter some of the following conditions:

• Drivers work both inside the vehicle and outdoors when inspecting or fueling the vehicle
• Travel, odors, dust, and outside elements
• Limited workspace, loud noises, and bloodborne pathogen

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $21.01 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required