School Bus Driver - Safe Routes & Student Support

RSU 57/MSAD 57 SCHOOL DISTRICT; Waterboro (ME); On-site; USD 31,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

RSU 57/MSAD 57 SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Bus Driver responsible for safe operation, routing, and daily maintenance of the assigned school bus. The role requires a High School diploma and a Maine CDL Class B with P&S endorsements, with emphasis on effective communication with students, parents, and staff.

Hourly wage range reflects responsibilities, with a 176-day work year. The driver will perform pre-trip checks, enforce conduct rules, assist with bus stops planning, and support school

Qualifications

• High School diploma and/or formal training in bus driving or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience.
• Valid State of Maine CDL, Class B with P&S Endorsements (required).
• To communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, parents, community, and school personnel

Responsibilities

• Operate school bus safely on a daily basis
• Check bus before each operation for mechanical defects and report any defects utilizing daily inspection form
• Clean assigned bus inside daily and wash inside and outside monthly or sooner if appropriate
• Discharge students only at authorized stops
• Enforce rules governing student conduct on buses and utilize district's formal discipline procedure when appropriate
• Report any damage of vehicle to Director of Transportation
• File accident report as necessary
• Require students to walk in front of the bus and await driver signal before they cross the highway
• Utilize safe driving practices in accordance with State law
• Abide by district's drug and alcohol testing policy
• Assign students to bus seats when circumstances warrant
• Assist the Director of Transportation in the planning of bus stops and schedule
• Refer all requests from parents concerning transportation changes to the Director of Transportation
• Assist in inter-school delivery of mail, and supplies
• Ensure that the bus is empty and secured whenever the bus is unattended. Periodically check the bus for security purposes
• Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities that may be assigned

Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Safe driving

Education

High School diploma

CDL Class B with P&S endorsements

Job description

RSU 57/MSAD 57 SCHOOL DISTRICT is seeking a Bus Driver responsible for safe operation, routing, and daily maintenance of the assigned school bus. The role requires a High School diploma and a Maine CDL Class B with P&S endorsements, with emphasis on effective communication with students, parents, and staff.

Hourly wage range reflects responsibilities, with a 176-day work year. The driver will perform pre-trip checks, enforce conduct rules, assist with bus stops planning, and support school