School Bus Driver (CDL) – Safe, Punctual Student Transport

lifewisecareers; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is hiring a LifeWise CDL bus driver to provide safe transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Ideal candidates are responsible, punctual, and maintain a clean driving record.

The role requires a CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement, potential School bus endorsement, and compliance with background checks, drug testing, and annual physician statements. Job is non-exempt and part-time, located in Texas.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement (P) is required.
• School bus (S) endorsement preferred.
• Age 21–80; drivers above 75 must submit CDL license copy and (P) endorsement annually.
• CDL license held continuously for past 3 years.
• Clean driving record with no at-fault accidents or traffic citations in last 5 years.
• Background check through LifeWise Academy.
• Drug/alcohol testing required (pre-employment, random, post-accidents).
• Medical condition disclosures require yearly underwriter-approved Physician's Statement.

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site.
• Obey traffic laws.
• Maintain bus cleanliness and mechanical safety.
• Perform regular bus inspections.
• Refuel the vehicle as needed.
• Create and maintain a safe environment for children.
• Enforce safety rules for students.
• Assist students with entering or exiting the vehicle.
• Demonstrate a calm and caring demeanor.
• Be aware of students needing help or misbehavior.
• Complete LifeWise Academy training.
• Volunteer in LifeWise classroom if agreed with the director.

Skills

CDL driver

Passenger vehicle endorsement (P)

School bus endorsement (S)

Clean driving record

Background check

Drug/alcohol testing

Medical statement requirement

Job description

LifeWise Academy is hiring a LifeWise CDL bus driver to provide safe transportation for public school students to and from the LifeWise site. Ideal candidates are responsible, punctual, and maintain a clean driving record.

The role requires a CDL with passenger vehicle endorsement, potential School bus endorsement, and compliance with background checks, drug testing, and annual physician statements. Job is non-exempt and part-time, located in Texas.