Regular Route Bus Driver

Transportation Department; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Job summary

Pullman School District 267 Transportation Department is seeking a Regular Route Bus Driver to safely operate a school bus on a variety of routes and trips, including field and extracurricular activities.

The role requires CDL-B with endorsements, First Aid/CPR, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Training, safety responsibilities, and adherence to district policies are essential, with compensation reflecting trainee to regular route distinctions.

Qualifications

• Be 21 years old or older.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Have a minimum of three years driving experience.
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license with endorsements (CDL-B with air restriction removed; passenger endorsement and “S” endorsement). Reimbursement for CDL.
• Meet the physical and mental standards per the Department of Licensing for school bus driver duties.
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a current First Aid/CPR card.
• Pass drug and alcohol test as required by the district and federal requirements.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Sufficient English language proficiency for communication with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Attend and complete required bus driver training and evaluation.
• Operate a school bus on scheduled routes and trips in support of district activities.
• Handle all bus controls per Washington state specifications.
• Maintain and service bus equipment and related safety gear.
• Inspect and service bus and equipment daily and complete required forms.

Skills

21+ years

English communication

Lift 50 lbs

Public safety

First Aid/CPR

Three years driving experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL-B with air restriction removed

Passenger endorsement

S endorsement

First Aid/CPR card

Job description

Regular Route Bus Driver

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This job is also posted in Pullman School District 267

Job Details

Job ID: 5489372

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 07, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

DEFINITION OF POSITION:

Safely operate a school bus under all types of weather conditions including but not limited to fog, rain, hail, sleet, ice and snow. Transport students and other authorized persons over regular "to and from school" routes, and on field, extracurricular and special activity trips as authorized by the school district.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Transportation Supervisor

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be 21 years old or older
• High school diploma or GED
• Have a minimum of three years driving experience
• Possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver’s license with appropriate endorsements (CDL-B with air restriction removed; passenger endorsement and “S” endorsement) Reimbursement will be provided for the cost of obtaining a CDL.
• Meet the physical and mental standards as set forth by the Department of Licensing necessary to perform duties, tasks, and responsibilities of a school bus driver
• Possess or be able to obtain and maintain a current First Aid/CPR card
• Take and pass a drug and alcohol test as required by the school district and federal requirements
• Sufficient strength and agility to assist ill or physically impaired students and all other students in evacuating an overturned bus
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Hearing sufficient to detect and distinguish traffic sounds from any direction outside the bus, such as horns, sirens, trains, etc. from a distance, which will allow adequate time for defensive or evasive action to avoid hazardous situations
• Sufficient command of the English language to communicate with students, parents, district staff members and other members of the public

ESSENTIAL JOB RELATED ACTIVITIES:

• Attend and satisfactorily complete required bus driver training course and evaluation
• Operate a school bus in accordance with the laws of the State of Washington and policies established by the state and School District
• Drive a school bus on a scheduled route and/or all types of trips in support of district approved activities, both within and outside the school district
• Operate all hand and foot controls installed in a school bus as required by Washington State (minimum) school bus specifications
• Operate and service all school bus equipment and accessories including but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc.
• Clean, inspect and service the school bus and related equipment as required by the state and district policy to include but not limited to interior and exterior sweeping and washing, fueling, checking oil, coolant, tire inflation etc.
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of school buses and all related equipment daily
• Legible and accurate completion of forms, records, and reports as required by the state and/or school district including but not limited to: time sheets, trip logs, trouble reports, misconduct and accident reports, and others as may be required.
• Attend all trainings and information meetings as required.
• Perform basic first aid/CPR as needed and appropriate
• Maintain control of student passengers as related to safety
• Report unsafe acts or conditions, which required the attention of any person other than the driver
• Work positively with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization
• Work with colleagues in a collaborative manner and is a positive team builder
• Me et multiple demands in a pressure situation and maintain high levels of quality work
• Maintain confidentiality
• Deal with the public, other agencies and district employees in a positive and productive manner
• Communicate clearly, orally and in writing
• Work with minimal supervision and be flexible
• Perform other school bus driver related duties as directed by supervisors

TERMS OF CONTRACT:

• Salary: Trainee: $17.13 per hour; Type II Driver: $23.59 per hour; On-Call Driver & Regular Route Driver: $27.49 - $32.16 per hour
• Length of Contract: Hours/days vary
• Benefits/Leaves: Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/emergency leave and personal leave as perboard policy(Board Policy 5200 ).

The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, [phone], [e-mail] , and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent [phone], [e-mail] . 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at [phone].Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html . Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.pullmanschools.org/hib-discrimination

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $17.13 to $32.16 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Dagny Myers
• 240 SE Dexter St.
• Pullman, Washington 99163
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]