School Bus Driver

Transportation; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development and training

Life insurance

Job summary

Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School Transportation is seeking School Bus Drivers in Danvers, MA. The role involves AM/PM routes, late runs, and field trips with a strong emphasis on student safety and reliable reporting to the Transportation Manager.

We offer robust benefits for full-time and part-time staff, including health, dental, and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required or preferred.
• Class A or B CDL license required.
• Passenger and school bus endorsement required.
• Clean driving record and valid medical card required.
• First Aid and CPR certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions to ensure passenger safety.
• Follow the planned route and schedule for departures and stops.
• Conduct mandatory pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Report routine maintenance or repairs to the Manager of Transportation.
• Monitor fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger counts; report delays or incidents.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure passenger safety on the bus.

Skills

Safety minded

Experience with children

Punctual and reliable

Excellent attendance

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

CDL Class A/B

Passenger/school bus endorsement

Medical card

First Aid Certification

CPR certification preferred

Job description

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School Bus Driver

Job Details

Job ID: 4257346
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Jan 12, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Essex North Shore is looking for school bus drivers to join our Transportation Department. AM/PM runs, 4:15 pm late runs, 5:45 pm Drama/Sports run. Extra runs areavailable: Field trips, IntegrationCamps etc.

As an employee of Essex North Shore Agricultural & Technical School District, you are offered a number of robust benefits that support you, your family, and your professional growth. More specifically, for most full‑time and part‑time (in excess of 20 hours per week) employees, we offer:

• Competitive wages that compensate you for your knowledge, skills and abilities in the workplace.
• Generous employer‑covered health insurance (Employer/Employee premium cost sharing at 75/25). Coverage options are through the Group Insurance Commission .
• Comprehensive dental insurance through Delta Dental of Massachusetts, currently covering over 90% of dentists throughout Massachusetts.
• Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and free, paid training.
• Supplemental incoming earning opportunities, such as athletics programming, integration academies, and club advisor positions.
• Affordable term life insurance through the Group Insurance Commission providing your family or loved one(s) with financial security in the event of an unforeseen passing.
• Employee Assistance Programming for behavioral, health, financial planning, and legal resources.
• Wellness programming including spin, yoga, and other classes that are tailored to your busy schedule and health goals.
• And so much more!

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) CLASSIFICATION

non‑exempt

REPORTING STRUCTURE

School Bus Drivers report to the Manager of Transportation.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED preferred
• Class A or B CDL license required
• Passenger and school bus endorsement required
• Clean driving record
• Possess a valid medical card
• First Aid Certification
• CPR certification preferred
• Previous experience as a bus driver preferred
• Experience working with children preferred

DUTIES

• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions and ensure passenger safety.
• Follow the planned route and schedule for departure times and stops.
• Conduct mandatory pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Report routine maintenance or repairs in writing and submit to the Manager of Transportation
• Monitoring and reporting fuel consumption, mileage, and passenger numbers.
• Reporting delays, accidents, and emergencies.
• Responding to emergency and non‑emergency situations.
• Inspecting the vehicle thoroughly before and after each trip.
• Assisting with the loading and unloading of the bus when required.
• Enforce conduct and safety rules on the bus. Report inappropriate student behavior to the Manager of Transportation.
• Maintaining a clean vehicle.
• Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as the Manager of Transportation may assign.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

This work requires prolonged sitting and driving in all types of weather conditions. School Bus Drivers work without direct supervision and are solely responsible for the safety of their passengers and bus. Bus drivers will be subject to high stress situations. This position will require drivers to supervise and control a wide variety of individuals. There may be some work in the evenings driving students to school related activities. Work is performed both indoors and outside in inclement weather. Work involves potential exposure to temperature extremes, vibrations, and noise. Lifting, pushing and pulling equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and occasionally heavier is required; Walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching and climbing stairs.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• This is a school year position.
• This position is part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees, Council 93, Local 245 and the School District.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $25.57 to $31.63 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Contact Information

• Kathy Russo , Manager of Transportation
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone] x 7401
• Email: [e-mail]

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