Candidate Pool School Bus Driver - Transportation Center, (SY 2026-2027)

Minneapolis Public Schools; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 35,239 - 37,512; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

HSA & FSA

Retirement plan

Job summary

Minneapolis Public Schools seeks a School Bus Driver to transport students on assigned routes and to special events, delivering safe, reliable service under supervision. The role requires adherence to district policies, safety rules, and regular vehicle inspections.

Candidates must have a valid Minnesota CDL with school bus endorsement, a high school diploma or GED preferred, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Final candidates may be invited to interview after a background check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Valid Minnesota State CDL with school bus endorsement required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Commitment to district safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drives students to and from school and events.
• Monitors students and enforces district rules.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections and post-trip checks.
• Maintains accurate records of work performed.

Skills

Safe driving

Student supervision

Communication

Record keeping

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Minnesota CDL with school bus endorsement

Tools

CDL verification

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Job Title: Candidate Pool School Bus Driver - Transportation Center, (SY 2026-2027) and Requisition ID number: 104706

Close Date: 11:59 PM on

Organizational Unit: Transportation (10000103)

Site: Transportation (0750)

FTE: Varies; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union: Transportation (09)

Functional Area: Drivers

Salary Range: $25.58 - $27.23

Benefits: Dental insurance | Health insurance | Vision insurance | Paid time off | HSA & FSA | Retirement plan

A resume and cover letter are mandatory to apply for this position.

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, operates school transit bus on assigned routes to and from school and special events; provides safe and secure transportation service to students. Work is performed in a transit vehicle in a traffic environment, with moderate physical requirements. Required to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Drives students to and from school and special events.
• Monitors students and enforces District policies and rules of conduct.
• Reports behavior issues and other concerns to the supervisor.
• Performs daily vehicle inspections and assures the bus is operating correctly.
• Conducts a complete post-trip interior inspection of the school bus for remaining students before leaving the bus.
• Inspects the vehicle and identifies vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair.
• Cleans the bus interior, sweeps the floors, and cleans windows and seats.
• Completes all required written reports on a daily basis.

Knowledge of

• Safety rules and regulations, and safe driving techniques in all road conditions.
• Local geographical area, road systems, and City and state traffic regulations.
• First aid and CPR.
• Capabilities, operational characteristics, adjustment, and preventive maintenance of the type of vehicles to which assigned.

Skill in

• Operating vehicles in a safe manner, in compliance with all traffic laws, District policy and procedures, and state and local regulations.
• Following and maintaining safety standards.
• Adjusting and performing preventive maintenance on the vehicles to which assigned.
• Recognizing potentially hazardous situations on the road and taking appropriate action.
• Reading and understanding a variety of plans and maps.
• Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
• Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work.

Education, Training, and Experience

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota State Commercial Driver's License with school bus/passenger endorsement.

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.