School Bus Driver In-Training

Transportation; Jenks (OK); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Jenks Public Schools Transportation in Jenks, Oklahoma is seeking an energetic School Bus Driver In-Training. This position provides hands-on driver training toward earning a class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements.

Starting immediately as a temporary hourly contract, the role requires a high school diploma or GED, a good driving record, and compliance with state and district requirements. The driver-in-training will participate in theory training and the DOT readiness activities

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Good driving record.
• Complies with all state requirements.
• Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Attend training and complete ELDT theory course with at least 80% on four tests.
• Study and pass tests to obtain a commercial learner’s permit.
• Learn to operate a class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Learn Jenks Transportation protocols and perform duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Good driving record

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

School Bus Driver In-Training

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Job Details

Job ID: 4817971
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: May 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Jenks Public Schools Job Description Position: School Bus Driver In-Training Reports to: Training Department and Director of Transportation Supervises: None Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Good driving record.
• Complies with all state requirements.
• Satisfy all district requirements with regard to physical health and citizenship.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Position Goal: To obtain a class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements. Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Attend all theory training classes or complete the ELDT online 19.1 theory course and complete 4 section tests with an 80% or higher.
• Study and pass (4) section tests to obtain a commercial learner’s permit at the DPS office.
• Work with the transportation training instructors to learn all necessary skills to pass the DOT test to obtain a class B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements.
• Learn to safely operate a school bus.
• Learn Jenks Transportation protocols.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Employment Terms: Temporary hourly contract

FLSA Qualification: Non-Exempt

Evaluation: Jenks Public Schools Classified Evaluation

Physical Demands: This is an overview intended for compliance with the ADA – it is not an exhaustive list of the duties to be performed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of a specific position.

Regular Requirements: Stand for extended periods; sit for extended periods; twist at the neck and trunk; bend at the waist; stoop, kneel, crouch; lift/move up to 20 pounds; handle objects and tools with hands; repetitive use of fingers and hands.

Occasional Requirements: Reach with hands and arms overhead, above shoulder and horizontally; lift/move up to 40 pounds.

Visual Requirements: Close, color, peripheral, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

Hearing/Speaking Requirements: Adequate to exchange information.

Position Type: Temporary
Salary: $13.28 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Brad Smythe , Director
• Transportation
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]