School Bus Driver - North Kansas City

Assisted Student Transportation; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Sign On Bonus of up to $1000

Employee Referral Bonuses

Paid training

Weekly pay

Job summary

North Kansas City is hiring a School Bus Driver to transport students safely to school and on activities. The role offers part-time or full-time flexibility, paid training, and weekly pay.

You’ll operate under NKC AST guidelines, maintain safety protocols, and communicate with staff and families as needed. Applicants should be at least 23, hold a valid license with endorsements, pass required exams and background checks, and complete ELDT training.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years of age.
• Hold a valid driver’s license with proper class and endorsements.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record as evidenced on MVR.
• Pass Missouri Bus Driver Physical Exam and FMSCA Drug Screen.
• Pass background checks including fingerprinting and CPR/First Aid.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and on outings.
• Assist students in and out of the vehicle, not leaving the driver’s seat until at school.
• Load, unload and secure students at school only.
• Complete daily driving paperwork and pre-trip inspections.
• Keep the vehicle clean, fueled and report maintenance issues.
• Use company electronics as directed and maintain professional communication.
• Comply with traffic laws and company guidelines, performing duties safely.
• Interact professionally with students and staff and perform additional duties as needed.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Clean driving record

ELDT training

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Kansas City, MO 64116

Position Type: Part Time

Salary Range: $22.00 Hourly

Job Category: Transportation

Make every mile matter with our team at North Kansas City! As a School Bus Driver, you’ll play a key role in helping students get to school safely—and enjoy a flexible, rewarding job that fits your life.

Why You’ll Love This Job

• Flexible schedules – choose part-time or full-time hours
• No weekends or major holidays – enjoy your time off
• Paid training – we’ll set you up for success
• Weekly pay – steady, reliable income
• Competitive pay – earn $22 per hour
• Great benefits – including vision, dental, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program
• Make an impact – provide a vital service to your community every day

If you’re dependable, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!

Read the full job description below:

Employment Requirements

• Must be at least 23 years of age.
• Minimum of one-year professional driving experience preferred but, not required.
• Hold a valid driver’s license issued by state of legal residence with proper class and endorsements.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record as evidenced on MVR.
• Pass a company sponsored Missouri Bus Driver Physical Exam and FMSCA Drug Screen.
• Pass Criminal Background Checks, which includes fingerprinting.
• Pass Defensive Driving, CPR and First Aid certification.
• Completion of a certified ELDT driver training program (NKC AST is certified to conduct ELDT program)

Essential job functions

• Safely transport students to/from school and other outings as required.
• Assist students in and out of the vehicle (will not leave driver’s position until at school).
• Load, unload and secure students (only at school).
• Complete Daily Driving paperwork, pre-trip inspections and other reports accurately and timely.
• Maintains vehicle by keeping it clean, fueled and reporting any maintenance issues immediately.
• Utilize company provided electronics per company guidelines.
• Maintain appropriate communication and interaction with internal and external contacts.
• Comply with company guidelines and all applicable traffic laws.
• Perform all job functions in a safe, professional and reliable manner.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested.
• Interact professionally, patiently and positively with students.

Demands of the Job

• Able to work in all types of conditions i.e., daylight, darkness, rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, walking up and down stairs.
• Hearing, listening, seeing, and speaking clearly.
• Use hands, fingers, and feet.
• Competent reading and legible writing.
• Analyzing, problem solving, using good judgement and decision-making.

Benefits

• Enjoy working with children of all ages
• Provide a valuable service to the community
• Part-time and full-time hours
• Flexible schedules
• No weekends, holidays and major holidays
• Average 15 students per vehicle
• Bus aide on all routes
• Paid training
• Weekly pay
• $22 per hour
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sign On Bonus of up to $1000
• Employee Referral Bonuses