School Bus Driver - Prairie du Chien

SOUTHWEST BUS SERVICES; Prairie du Chien (WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

SOUTHWEST BUS SERVICES in Prairie du Chien, WI seeks a School Bus Driver to safely transport students on scheduled routes and extracurricular trips. CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, a strong driving record, and DOT background check are required.

You’ll foster a positive, orderly environment and ensure passenger safety on every trip. Base pay is $20.80 per hour with opportunities to contribute to the community by making daily school transport reliable and friendly for students and

Qualifications

• CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsement.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and DOT Physical.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, employees, and managers.
• Must have a commendable driving record.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Attendance, punctuality, and consistency is expected.

Responsibilities

• Observes traffic and weather conditions to ensure passenger safety.
• Safely transports students following the planned route and schedule for departure time and stops.
• Addresses student misconduct immediately to ensure the safety of all students while maintaining professionalism.
• Reports delays, accidents, emergencies, and maintenance needs.
• Regularly checks vehicle safety, such as tires, brakes, turn signals, mechanical equipment, etc. before and after each trip.
• Enforces conduct and safety rules while on the bus.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Assists with loading and unloading of the bus when required.
• Maintain a clean vehicle.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Skills

Communication

Safe driving

Customer service

Student supervision

Job description

• Base Pay $20.80 / Hour

This position provides safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school following a scheduled route and/or driving extracurricular trips while ensuring passenger safety. Drivers must exercise skill and judgment in a safe, reliable and courteous manner while operating a school bus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Observes traffic and weather conditions to ensure passenger safety.
• Safely transports students following the planned route and schedule for departure time and stops.
• Addresses student misconduct immediately to ensure the safety of all students while maintaining professionalism.
• Reports delays, accidents, emergencies, and maintenance needs.
• Regularly checks vehicle safety, such as tires, brakes, turn signals, mechanical equipment, etc. before and after each trip.
• Enforces conduct and safety rules while on the bus.
• Responds to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Assists with loading and unloading of the bus when required.
• Maintain a clean vehicle.
• Performs other duties as necessary.

Requirements

A successful school bus driver should enjoy working with children and strictly observe passenger transport regulations. In addition, the school bus driver’s highest priorities should be passenger safety and vehicle inspections.

• Must successfully pass pre-employment drug test and DOT Physical.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, employees, and managers.
• CDL license required, along with the passenger and school bus endorsement.
• Must have a commendable driving record.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Attendance, punctuality, and consistency is expected.

Summary

Make a Difference Every Mile!

As a School Bus Driver, you're more than just a driver — you're a trusted part of a student's day! You'll play an important role in safely transporting students to and from school while creating a positive, welcoming environment. Join our team and make a lasting impact in your community, one ride at a time!