School Bus CDL Driver - Safe, Punctual Student Transport

lifewisecareers; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a part-time CDL bus driver to transport students and volunteers to and from the LifeWise site. The role requires a valid CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement and a clean driving record, with background and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks.

Annual drug testing is mandatory, and you must be 21–80 years old with church alignment. Responsibilities include safe driving, bus inspections, maintaining a clean vehicle, and enforcing safety rules.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger vehicle (P) endorsement required.
• School bus (S) endorsement preferred.
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations in the last five years.
• Background check and FMCSA Clearinghouse check required.
• Annual drug/alcohol testing is required.
• Age 21–80; annual proof of license/endorsement after 75.
• Religious alignment with LifeWise Academy Statement of Faith.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site.
• Obey traffic laws.
• Maintain the bus’s cleanliness and mechanical safety.
• Perform regular bus inspections.
• Refuel the vehicle as needed.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for children; enforce safety rules.
• Assist students with entering or exiting the vehicle.
• Demonstrate a calm and caring demeanor; monitor student behavior.
• Complete training required by LifeWise Academy.
• Volunteer in LifeWise classrooms when directed by the director.

Skills

CDL license

Clean driving record

Background check

MVR

Drug testing

Religion alignment

Tools

CDL-P endorsement

School bus endorsement (S)

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a part-time CDL bus driver to transport students and volunteers to and from the LifeWise site. The role requires a valid CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement and a clean driving record, with background and FMCSA Clearinghouse checks.

Annual drug testing is mandatory, and you must be 21–80 years old with church alignment. Responsibilities include safe driving, bus inspections, maintaining a clean vehicle, and enforcing safety rules.