School Bus Driver

KOTTKES' BUS SERVICE, INC; Andover (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KOTTKES' BUS SERVICE, INC in Andover, MN seeks a dependable School Bus Driver to transport students on designated routes with safety and courtesy.

You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, assist students boarding and exiting, and report route issues to dispatch, all while keeping a positive environment on the bus.

This full-time, on-site role requires early mornings and afternoons aligned with school schedules, with training provided and a focus on reliable service.

Qualifications

• Two years of driving experience with an active license.
• CDL Class B with school bus and passenger endorsements encouraged but not required.
• Paid on-site training offered for candidates without CDL Class B.
• Defensive Driving skills and solid understanding of traffic and safety regulations.
• Effective communication and customer service skills when interacting with students and families.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Ability to manage student behavior calmly and respond to emergencies.
• Willingness to work early mornings and afternoons per school schedules; prior school bus or commercial driving experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting and maintain a positive bus environment.
• Communicate route or scheduling issues to dispatch or supervisors.

Skills

Defensive Driving

Communication

Customer Service

Safe Driving

Job description

Company Description

KOTTKES' BUS SERVICE, INC. is a trusted transportation provider that has been serving the North Metro area since 1945. With decades of experience, the company is committed to safe, reliable, and timely service for local schools and communities. KOTTKES' BUS SERVICE, INC. focuses on maintaining well-operated routes and professionally trained drivers. The organization values safety, community relationships, and consistent service for students and families.

Role Description

The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, activities, and designated routes in Andover, MN. Day-to-day tasks include operating a school bus along assigned routes, following all traffic laws and company safety procedures, and performing basic pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle. The driver will assist students with boarding and exiting the bus as needed, maintain order and a positive environment on the bus, and communicate route or scheduling issues to dispatch or supervisors. This is a full-time, on-site role that requires punctuality, reliability, and a strong focus on safety and customer service.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong driving skills and at least two years with an active license.
• A valid CDL Class B (with appropriate school bus and passenger endorsements) is encouraged, but not required.
• Paid, on-site, training is offered for candidates that do not possess a valid CDL Class B license.
• Candidates should possess Defensive Driving skills and a solid understanding of traffic and safety regulations.
• Candidates should possess effective Communication and Customer Service skills for interacting with students, families, school staff, and coworkers.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass required background checks and drug screening.
• Ability to manage student behavior calmly and fairly, and respond appropriately in emergency or unexpected situations.
• Willingness to work early mornings and afternoons according to school schedules; previous school bus or commercial driving experience is beneficial.