School Bus Driver

North-America-Central-School-Bus; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Central School Bus in Dixon, IL is seeking a dependable driver to transport students safely on regular routes and charters. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, assist with loading, and communicate with school staff and families.

Responsibilities include safe operation of the vehicle, following route sheets, and participating in safety training sessions. A high school diploma and a valid driver’s license with endorsements are required or preferred, with willingness to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Operator’s license with required endorsements and permits.

Responsibilities

• Drive a regular route, be a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
• Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
• Assist students in loading and unloading, including wheelchair lift.
• Cooperate and communicate with school personnel, parents and students.
• Attend safety and training meetings.
• Conduct emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
• Clean the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows.
• Other specialized functions as required by contract.
• Responsible for student management
• Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device

Skills

Safe driving

Route navigation

Communication

Student management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license with endorsements

Job description

Illinois Central School Bus, 1335 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM

If you’re looking for a career that will give you a strong sense of pride and purpose, this is the job for you. Getting over 1,000,000 children safely to and from school every day is one of the most important jobs you will ever have. Come work for North America Central where your skills are valued, and your contribution appreciated.

Job Purpose: Primary Responsibility is to safely transport passengers in multiple types of vehicles, including those with manual and automatic transmissions.

Major Responsibilities:

• Drives a regular route, is a regular, spare or charter driver. Safe operation of transportation vehicle.
• Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus, including child checks.
• Assists students in the loading and unloading process, including wheelchair lift.
• Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, parents and students.
• Attend all safety and training meetings.
• Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including exiting from the emergency door.
• Cleans the insides of the bus including sweeping, dusting and cleaning windows. Cleans outside windows of the bus.
• Other specialized functions as required by contract.
• Responsible for student management
• Ability to learn & follow a route sheet/electronic routing device

Minimum Education & Certifications Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required
• The ability to work early morning hours.
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Must maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward fellow employees and customers.
• Dress in a professional and appropriate manner for a business environment.
• Perform all job functions in the safest manner adhering to OSHA guidelines & other applicable Federal & State laws
• Execute all job duties while following company policy and procedure
• Ability to use or learn to use internet, additional programs as required and office equipment, including fax and phones or other electronic devices

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North America Central School Bus is an EEO/AA employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Illinois Central School Bus, 1335 Franklin Grove Road, Dixon, Illinois, United States of America