Head Start Bus Driver

Pocatello/Chubbuck School District No; United States; On-site; USD 16,489 - 25,623; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PERSI retirement

Paid leave

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a Head Start Bus Driver to safely transport preschool students to and from school. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or GED, possess a Class B CDL with the necessary endorsements, and have CPR/First Aid certification. This position offers a rate of pay starting from $11.97 per hour as a trainee and $18.60 with a CDL. The role comes with full benefits including health and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Required to possess a Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement.
• Must have a current DOT Medical card.
• CPR/First Aid certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport preschool students to and from school.
• Maintain a safe and appropriate environment through bus discipline.
• Operate the bus in various weather and traffic conditions.

Skills

Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement

CPR/First Aid certification

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Position Title

Head Start Bus Driver

Location

Lincoln

Posting Date

July 8, 2025

Closing Date

Position will be open until filled.

Hours

32.5 hours per week

Days

183 days per year, August to June

Salary Schedule

Rate of pay with a CDL $18.60/hr.; while a CDL trainee $11.97 per hour

Start Date

August 18, 2025

Job Summary

The principal function of an employee in this class is to safely transport preschool students to and from school, and related functions in a timely manner. A safe and appropriate environment is maintained through the student bus discipline program. The bus driver must safely operate the bus in all types of weather and traffic conditions. The work is performed under the general supervision of the Operation Manager Supervisor with latitude granted for the exercise of independent judgment. The principal duties of this class are performed in a school bus setting which includes mechanical equipment and outdoor work. Early morning and split shift work hours are required. Driving and working in inclement weather conditions may involve related hazards.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required; Class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsement; DOT Medical card; CPR/First Aid certification; Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform as an effective and competent bus driver.

Health Qualifications

Current physical exam unless employee can provide documentation of exam completed within prior 12 months.

Benefits

Full benefits - health, dental, vision, life insurance, PERSI retirement, paid leave

Application Procedure

The Pocatello/Chubbuck School District is an equal opportunity employer/education with a drug, alcohol and tobacco-free environment. Discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, disability or national origin is prohibited. Equal access to employment, services and program is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative of the organization. Preference will be given to eligible veterans pursuant to Idaho Code§ 65-503 et seq. Questions or complaints should be addressed to the Human Resource Office at 208-232-3563.

To be considered for a position, the following application materials must be submitted by the posting closure date. (Only complete application packets will be reviewed.)