School Bus Driver: Safe Student Transport & Field Trips

Dodge City Unified School District 443; Dodge City (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Dodge City Public Schools - Transportation is seeking a School Bus Driver to transport students safely on designated routes and field trips. The role requires daily pre-trip inspections and strict adherence to safety policies.

Starting pay is $27.91 hourly. CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements is required, with prior bus driving experience preferred. Training, safety protocols, and driver responsibility for student supervision are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements required; DMV license.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Prior bus driving experience preferred.
• CDL training and alcohol/controlled substance testing are required as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a school bus on designated routes during school days.
• Transport students, teachers and others on field trips.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and maintain bus cleanliness and safety.
• Maintain order and discipline per district policies.
• Complete records and reports as required.

Skills

Traffic laws

Pre-trip inspections

Effective communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

CDL class B with School Bus endorsement

Bilingual EN/SPAN

Tools

Vehicle maintenance procedures

Job description

Dodge City Public Schools - Transportation is seeking a School Bus Driver to transport students safely on designated routes and field trips. The role requires daily pre-trip inspections and strict adherence to safety policies.

Starting pay is $27.91 hourly. CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements is required, with prior bus driving experience preferred. Training, safety protocols, and driver responsibility for student supervision are essential.