Charter / Trip Driver

Bloomington Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Health & dental insurance

Pension plan

Sick-time

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bloomington Public Schools in United States is hiring a Charter/Trip Driver to support transportation operations at the Transportation Center. The role requires CDL Class B with passenger and school bus endorsements, a clean driving record, and willingness to obtain required endorsements with district support.

Responsibilities include safe student transport, pre-trip inspections, following routes and schedules, completing paperwork, and participating in safety drills and trainings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CDL Class B license with School Bus and Passenger endorsements preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record for at least 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Ensure passenger safety and welfare on the vehicle.
• Conduct complete daily pre-trip inspections and keep bus clean.
• Read maps or follow driving directions and adhere to trip copies.
• Report on time for all assigned duties and complete required paperwork.
• Participate in ongoing training and safety drills.
• Adhere to Minnesota DOT and Bloomington School District policies.

Skills

Map reading

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL Class B with School Bus/Passenger endorsements

Job description

Position Type

Transportation/ Bus Drivers

Date Posted

8/28/2026

Location

Transportation Center

Date Available

Ongoing for 26-27

Position

Charter / Trip Driver

Hours

Varies. School year / some summer

Salary

$25.54+ per hour

Requirements

Ability to obtain CDL Class B driver's license with passenger and school bus endorsements with current school bus physical. (Bloomington Schools will assist)

Job Description

• Insure the safety, welfare, and appropriate conduct of passengers on the vehicle.
• Operate the vehicle with care to ensure efficiency. Conduct a complete daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and any special equipment. Keep the inside of the bus clean and free of debris (fuel, sweep, and empty trash after each trip).
• Ability to drive your charter / tripin any bus as directed by Dispatch
• Able to read maps and or follow driving directions
• Follow tripcopies precisely
• Report on time for all assigned duties
• Students
• Parents
• School staff
• Transportation co-workers
• Law enforcement officials
• Show courteous behavior to driving public.
• Follow operational procedures in emergency situations. Be aware of these procedures and participate in safety events or evacuation drills.
• Complete required paperwork and submit in a timely manner (pre-trip log, mileage, maintenance, accident, and discipline reports as required and or requested).
• Participate in ongoing training and attend annual evaluations.
• Must ensure that all rules, laws, and policies set by Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Bloomington School District are strictly adhered to.

Physical Requirements

• Pre-trip vehicle inspection: lifting hood, climbing and reaching to inspect engine area, bending and squatting to inspect tires, walking up and down aisle to check seats and exits. Will require periods of exposure to elements.
• Continued braking, accelerating, steering, and operation of service doors and controls while driving.
• Capable of lifting and dragging students in case of an emergency (ranging in weight from a small child to full adult weight).
• Exposure to road dust, occasional fuel and exhaust fumes.

Qualifications

• Applicant must be a high school graduate or hold a GED, enjoy working with children and have a valid driver's license for at least 1 year with a good driving record. Prefer individuals with a Class B CDL, School bus, and Passenger endorsements.
• Individuals that are able to work AM and PM and have flexible schedules.

Experience

Previous working with children a plus

Hours

Varied days and hours throughout the school year and summer

Benefits

• Paid Training
• health & dental insurance
• pension plan
• sick-time
• paid holidays if qualifies.