School Bus Driver

Coastal Elite Pro; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 23,419 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Coastal Elite Pro in Lincoln, NE seeks a full-time School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school and events. You will enforce behavior policies, support students during boarding, and ensure safety through inspections and compliant operations.

Ideal candidates have driving experience, strong communication, and the ability to interact with children, parents, and staff. Benefits include health and retirement plans along with paid training and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean record; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
• Experience working with children or in childcare is advantageous.
• Multilingual abilities and documentation skills are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Operate buses and commercial vehicles safely, following traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Transport students to schools, events, and extracurricular activities.
• Enforce behavior management policies to maintain order and ensure passenger safety.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety and cleanliness.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and dispatchers.
• Assist students with boarding and disembarking, including those with special needs.
• Maintain accurate records of routes, attendance, and incidents.
• Follow all transportation regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Bus/commercial driving

Communication with children/parents/st

Vehicle inspections

Experience with children/childcare

Multilingual abilities

Job description

Role Overview: A School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and related activities, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and fostering a positive environment during routes.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate buses and commercial vehicles safely, following traffic laws and safety regulations
• Transport students to schools, events, and extracurricular activities
• Enforce behavior management policies to maintain order and ensure passenger safety
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections for safety and cleanliness
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and dispatchers, utilizing multilingual skills if needed
• Assist students with boarding and disembarking, including those with special needs
• Maintain accurate records of routes, attendance, and incidents
• Follow all transportation regulations and safety standards

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in bus or commercial driving; school bus experience preferred
• Strong communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and staff
• Mechanical knowledge for routine vehicle inspections and minor repairs
• Experience working with children or in childcare enhances understanding of student needs
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record; CDL with passenger endorsement preferred
• Multilingual abilities and documentation skills are advantageous

This full-time role offers benefits such as health and dental insurance, retirement plans, paid training, and tuition reimbursement, with a focus on safety, communication, and student support.