School Bus Driver

Olentangy Local School District; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Vision benefits

Dental benefits

HSA benefits

Paid training

Summer months off

CDL bonus

Job summary

Olentangy Local School District is seeking responsible and reliable school bus drivers to transport students on scheduled routes and ensure their safety. We offer paid training to obtain a CDL and related endorsements, with no prior CDL required.

Full-time positions and substitutes are available, with 5–6 hour shifts and benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, and an HSA. Bonus opportunities exist after one year of service.

Qualifications

• No experience necessary
• Minimum 2 years' motor vehicle driving experience
• Must pass a background check and DOT physical

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school following a scheduled route
• Ensure student safety and orderly conduct on the bus
• Perform basic vehicle inspections and maintain bus cleanliness

Job description

All new drivers are trained by our qualified on-board instructors to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL), earn related driver endorsements, and learn our district policies and procedures. No prior driving experience with a CDL is required — we'll train you.

We are looking for responsible and reliable Full-Time and Substitute school bus driver's to transport students to and from school following a scheduled route and ensuring their safety. The school bus driver's responsibilities include ensuring proper vehicle maintenance, observing safety and traffic rules, and maintaining order among students while they are on the bus.

To be successful as a school bus driver you should enjoy working with children and strictly observe passenger transport regulations. Ultimately, a top-notch school bus driver should be meticulous when it comes to vehicle inspections and regard passenger safety as the highest priority.

Pay & Schedule

• Full-time pay: $25.89–$39.56/hour, based on years of experience
• Full-time schedule: 5–6 hours per day; offers Medical, Vision, Dental, and HSA benefits
• Trainee and substitute pay: $25.89/hour
• Pick up extra hours — field trips, athletic trips, or sub mechanic shifts between routes.
• Flexible schedules — choose full-time or substitute roles, with summers off.

Requirements

• No experience necessary
• Minimum 2 years' motor vehicle driving experience
• Must pass a background check and DOT physical

Why Drive for Olentangy Schools

• Earn while you learn — paid training on a regular pay schedule, including summer months. The district covers physicals, pre-service classes, and background checks.
• Bonus potential — $300 bonus paid to all CDL-holding school bus drivers upon completion of one full year of service.
• A fun and rewarding environment — join a “One Olentangy” team committed to academic excellence and supporting students and staff.
• We care about you — strong driver support, modern facilities, up-to-date vehicles, and a top priority on safety for drivers and passengers.
• Flexible schedules — choose full-time or substitute roles, with summers off.