Route Bus Driver

South East Education Cooperative Consortium; Raton (NM); On-site; USD 18,468 - 22,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NDPERS Retirement Plan

Sick Leave

Job summary

A public school district is seeking a Route Bus Driver to ensure the safe transportation of students to and from school. Responsibilities include driving morning and evening routes and ensuring compliance with traffic laws. The position requires a Class B License with school bus endorsement, and the district will cover associated costs for training. Additional duties may include transporting students to extracurricular activities. Competitive salary and benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Passenger safety is the primary responsibility of the driver.
• Must follow all traffic laws and ensure the safety of children.
• Drivers must complete a physical every two years.

Responsibilities

• Drive school children to and from school safely.
• Transport children to extra-curricular activities if needed.

Skills

Safety awareness

Traffic law knowledge

Education

Class B License with school bus endorsement

Job description

Richland School District #44 Public Job Description

Position Title: Route Bus Driver

Department: Transportation

Reports To: Superintendent

Richland #44 School District is a Class B school district of about 300 students with two school buildings (PK-6 in Abercrombie and 7-12 in Colfax). We are idyllically located about halfway between Fargo and Wahpeton, giving families and staff the best of both worlds with a small‑town feel close to larger areas. Our mission is Educating students to be responsible citizens and leaders and we believe in a safe and supportive environment that fosters relationships and high expectations for all students.

WAGE

$20,520/year based on 171 days ($120/day) PLUS daily mileage based on route ($0.10/mile)

*Driving to extra‑curricular activities is available if the driver is interested ($18/hour)

BENEFITS

NDPERS Retirement Plan; Sick Leave

Hours of employment

SCHOOL DAYS

Morning Route - 6:45am-8:15am (roughly)

Evening Route - 3:00pm-4:45pm (roughly)

DUITS

Drive school children to and from school on a daily basis in the morning and afternoon. The sole responsibility of a bus driver is the safety of the children. The driver must follow all traffic laws.

REQUIRED

Class B License with school bus endorsement. *School District will pay for the cost to get bus license (including training and fees)

Background check and finger printing will be conducted before hiring

Drivers must complete a physical every two years

Individual must undergo random drug/alcohol testing