School Bus Driver

Warehouse; Bennington (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Bennington Public Schools, Bennington, NE, is seeking a part-time Bus Driver – Route/Activity to safely transport students and staff. The driver maintains route schedules, enforces rider rules, and reports incidents to the Transportation Director. A valid Nebraska school bus license and prior driving experience are required.

The role emphasizes dependable attendance, cooperative behavior, and clear communication with staff, students, and the public; hours align with routes and activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; transportation experience considered in lieu of diploma.
• Valid NE school bus driver’s license.
• Previous bus driving or commercial driving experience.
• Attendance during route times; hours may vary for routes and activities.
• Cooperative, flexible; able to communicate with staff, students and the public.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe handling of school bus transportation and safe transport of students and staff.
• Regular, dependable in-person attendance is essential; observe all traffic laws and bus safety regulations.
• Maintain discipline on the bus and report incidents to the Transportation Director.
• Keep the vehicle clean daily and follow assigned routes and schedules.
• Check vehicle for mechanical issues before operation and report defects immediately.
• Transport only authorized riders and manage in-district and out-of-district trips.
• Submit all accident/incident documents to proper authorities and administrators.

Skills

Cooperative

Flexible

Communication

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

BENNINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

DEPARTMENT:Transportation

JOB TITLE:Bus Driver – Route/Activity

REQUIREMENTS:

A. Education Level:High school diploma or equivalent preferred – experience in transportation will be considered in lieu of HS diploma

Successfully pass medical physical as prescribed by law

B. Certification:Valid NE school bus driver’s license

C. Experience Desired:Previous bus driving or commercial driving

D. Attendance:Performance of this position requires attendance during route time frames. Hours may be adjusted for regular and activity routes.

E. Other Requirements: Cooperative and flexible; pleasant personality; ability to communicate with staff, students and public; appropriate dress and appearance.

REPORTS TO:Transportation Director

RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM:Transportation Director

EVALUATED BY:Transportation Director

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:To maintain and promote the safe handling of school bus transportation vehicles and the safe transportation of students & staff, the bus driver will:

• Regular, dependable, in-person attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory school bus safety regulations.
• Maintain discipline when students are on the bus.
• Report behavior incidents to the Transportation Director and/or Principal.
• Maintain a clean vehicle on a daily basis.
• Keep the assigned time schedule for normal, daily routes and special activity trips.
• Check the vehicle for mechanical and tire defects before each operation.
• Follow bus routes as outlined/developed by the Transportation Director.
• Notify the Transportation Director and/or District Mechanic immediately, in writing, of any vehicle mechanical defect or failure.
• Assume and exercise responsible leadership on in-district and out-of-district trips.
• Transport only authorized riders.
• Report and submit all documents relating to accidents and incidents to the proper authorities (Transportation Director, law enforcement officials, insurances representatives, school administrators, parents/guardians).
• Enforce all rules and regulations regarding bus rider behavior.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Transportation Director or Administration.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:Compensation and work year to be established by the Board upon recommendation of the Administration

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.35 - $25.35 per hour

Position Type: Part-Time
Salary: $23.60 to $26.60 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 11620 North 156th Street
• Bennington, Nebraska 68007
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]