Hourly Bus Driver

Mexico Central School District; Town of Mexico (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits per CSEA contract

Job summary

Mexico Central School District invites applications for Hourly Bus Driver positions. The role supports transportation by operating school buses on scheduled runs and special assignments, ensuring student safety and vehicle upkeep, and maintaining route records.

Starting as soon as possible, the 10-month, full-time position offers a competitive hourly wage of $20.95 with benefits per contract. Eligible candidates must meet CDL B PS endorsement, air brakes, and New York State education regulations.

Qualifications

• CDL B license with PS endorsement and air brakes required.
• Must meet DMV requirements to operate school bus.
• Must satisfy NYSED School Bus Driver requirements.
• Ability to operate a bus under difficult driving/road conditions.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written directions.
• Mental alertness and dependability required.
• Basic skills for behavior management.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus on a regular schedule or on special occasions.
• Check operating condition of the bus before trips.
• Report any defects to immediate supervisor.
• Instruct students on safety practices.
• Maintain orderly conduct of students on bus.
• Keep interior and exterior of vehicle clean and neat.
• May operate a station wagon or similar vehicle as needed.
• May perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle.
• May perform bus monitor/ aide duties.
• Record mileage, routes, times and incidents; maintain maps of routes.

Skills

CDL B license with PS endorsement and/

DMV requirements for School Bus Driver

NYSED rules requirements for School B

Operate bus under difficult driving/ro

Follow simple oral/written directions

Mental alertness

Behavior management basics

Job description

VACANCY NOTICE

DATE: October 1, 2026

POSITION TITLE: Hourly Bus Driver (2 positions)

CURRENT ASSIGNMENT: Bus Garage (Transportation Department)

CERTIFICATION: Civil Service - Non-Competitive Class

START DATE: As Soon As Possible

PRIMARY WORK ACTIVITIES:

Typical activities characteristic of the class.

• Operate a school bus on a regular schedule or on special occasions
• Checks the operating condition of the bus before starting on a trip
• Reports any operational defect to immediate superior
• Informs children about safety practices
• Maintains orderly conduct of children on bus
• Keeps interior and exterior of vehicle clean and neat
• May be required to operate a station wagon or other similar vehicle
• May be required to perform minor maintenance tasks on the vehicle
• May be required to perform bus monitor/aide duties
• Daily tasks will be assigned by immediate Supervisor
• Maintains records of mileage, routes, times and incidents
• Prepares and maintains maps of routes and pick-up points
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, specialized background, training and experience.

• Minimum “CDL B” license with “PS” endorsement and air brakes
• Must meet all DMV requirements for School Bus Driver
• Must satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulations of the New York State Commissioner of Education
• Operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions
• Follow simple oral and written directions
• Mental alertness and dependability
• Possess basic skills required to deal with behavior management

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Full-time, probationary appointment
• 10-month position, follows school calendar
• $20.95 per hour
• Benefits per CSEA contract

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Open Until Filled

The Mexico Central School District is in compliance with federal and state laws governing equal opportunity prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnic background, religion, sex, age, marital status, and physical handicap. This position will be filled following Civil Service Law. EOE/AA