School Bus Driver

Applitrack; Minnesota; On-site; USD 3,995,000 - 4,436,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Retirement plans

Paid training

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

South Washington County School District seeks Bus drivers for route driving. Safely transports students to and from school and activities, ensuring student safety on district transportation vehicles.

Position offers training, flexible hours, retirement contributions, health insurance benefits for part-time (20+ hrs/week) and opportunity to work on a school calendar with summer work when available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Positive interpersonal communication and relationship building skills.
• Ability to interact with all ages of children.
• Proficiency with basic computer tasks including email and Word.

Responsibilities

• Safely transports students to and from school and activities.
• Operate and monitor school bus; adhere to routes, schedules and safety procedures.
• Complete required reports and maintain discipline as needed.
• Maintain bus cleanliness and report mechanical issues promptly.

Skills

Positive interpersonal communication

Ability to lift up to 40 pounds

Defensive Driving

DOT compliance knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - South Washington County Schools

• Position Type: Transportation/ School Bus Driver
• Date Posted: 9/30/2026
• Location: Transportation Department
• Date Available: On-Going Need

Position Bus Driver

Hours Morning and/or afternoon hours may be available PT routes- 6-9:30 AM, and 1:30-4:30 PM (hours can vary by assigned route)

Location District Wide

Wage Information $29.00/ hour

Additional Information Work a school calendar with the option of summer work if available.

Benefits: SoWashCo Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. We also offer voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans. These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.

Visit our benefits page for more detailed information. Description: South Washington County School District seeksBus drivers for route driving.

• Paid training
• Flexible hours
• Retirement contributions
• Health insurance benefits (20+ hrs/week)
• Job Security
• Work a school calendar with the option of summer work if available

Qualifications

In order to be hired by the South Washington County School District you will needtoparticipate in the following if you currently hold a CDL and School Bus endorsement:

• Driver Record Check
• Interview
• State of Minnesota Criminal Background Check
• Reference Checks
• Classroom Training and a Behind the Wheel Evaluation
• Pass the DOT Pre-employment Drug Screening

If you do not have a School Bus License we will train you. You will need to do the following in addition to the above items:

• Pass a CDL physical
• Obtain a CDL permit with school bus and Passenger endorsement
• Eligible for reimbursement for CDL
• Attend Classroom and Behind the Wheel Training
• Pass the Minnesota CDL/ School Bus Road Test

POSITION SUMMARY: Safely transports students to and from school as well as school related activities and to assure students' safety while they are on the school bus or other district transportation vehicles.

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Inspects the school bus as required before operation.
• Reviews route direction as needed prior to driving route.
• Follows designated routes, times, bus stops and follows safe loading and unloading procedures when discharging students at their school or designated stop.
• Obeys Federal, State and Local rules and regulations.
• Completes written reports as required.
• Maintains a clean and fueled school bus.
• Operates the two-way radio.
• Reports all mechanical problems to Transportation Shop.
• Maintains discipline and reports student discipline problems.
• Reports all crashes immediately.
• Enforces regulations against smoking and eating on the bus.
• Conducts a post trip inspection after each route.
• Follows the policies and procedures in accordance with the South Washington County Transportation Department Handbook and the provisions listed in the Bus Driver/Assistant Employee Contract.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, LICENSE, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

Required:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid School Bus License or will train
• Positive interpersonal communication and relationship building skills
• Ability to interact with all ages of children
• Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships.
• Fully participate in training as requested
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance
• First aid and CPR training
• Demonstrates an appreciation ofdiversity in all interactions and job functions
• Ability to lift up to 40 poundsSucessfully meets the qualifications of the transportation department physical test
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email and Microsoft Word
• Previous School Bus Driving Experience
• Defensive Driving classes

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