School Bus Driver - Safe Student Transport Leader

Sahuarita Unified School District; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sahuarita Unified School District is seeking a Bus Driver to operate buses on scheduled routes, transport students and participate in field trips. The role requires attention to schedules, safety, and student conduct, with a strong focus on timely, reliable service.

All trainees and drivers must pass mandatory drug screenings during employment. The position adheres to district policies and reports to the Director of Transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Bus Driver trainees must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.
• Possession of an Arizona Class B Commercial Driver's License (not required of Bus Driver Trainees at initial hire).
• Must meet all Arizona School Bus Driver requirements (not required of Bus Driver Trainees at initial hire).
• Must be able to meet requirements of Arizona Department of Public Safety Physical Performance Test (not required of Bus Driver Trainees at initial hire).
• Two years of previous experience driving a school bus is desired.
• Arizona Class B CDL is desired.
• Must obtain and maintain an IVP fingerprint card.

Responsibilities

• Drives school bus on scheduled routes and maintains accurate information pertaining to stop times and locations.
• Picks up school children and transports them to and from school.
• Transports children on educational field trips and transports band, athletes and others on out-of-town trips.
• Maintains order among the passengers and supervises their behavior.
• Prepares student conduct reports, as needed.
• Administers first aid, when necessary.
• Keeps interior and exterior of bus clean and neat.
• Performs daily pre-trip duties as outlined in the Commercial Drivers License manual and department guidelines.
• Checks bus constantly for mechanical defects and needed repairs and reports these to appropriate supervisor.
• Keeps daily record of gas, oil, mileage and number of children transported.
• Maintain bus route as it pertains to bus stop locations and times.
• Exhibits patience, courtesy and tact when dealing with others.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Experience driving school bus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Arizona driver's license

Arizona Class B CDL (desired)

IVP fingerprint card

Job description

Sahuarita Unified School District is seeking a Bus Driver to operate buses on scheduled routes, transport students and participate in field trips. The role requires attention to schedules, safety, and student conduct, with a strong focus on timely, reliable service.

All trainees and drivers must pass mandatory drug screenings during employment. The position adheres to district policies and reports to the Director of Transportation.