School Bus Driver – Safe Transit, Student Support

caldwell transportation company; Mountain Home (ID); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Caldwell Transportation Company is seeking a dependable bus driver to transport students on regular routes with safety as the top priority.

You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, assist students including those using wheelchairs, and communicate with school staff and parents. The role requires good verbal skills, early morning hours, and the ability to work independently while following route sheets and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Operator’s license with required endorsements & other state or local permits as required.
• Good verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive a regular route and operate the bus safely.
• Read and understand street signs, route sheets and maps.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus.
• Assist students in loading/unloading, including wheelchair lift.
• Cooperate and communicate with school personnel, parents and students.
• Attend safety and training meetings.
• Conduct emergency evacuation from the bus.
• Clean the inside and outside of the bus.
• Perform other duties as required and manage students.

Skills

Good verbal communication

Route sheets & routing device

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license with endorsements

Tools

Electronic routing device

Job description

Caldwell Transportation Company is seeking a dependable bus driver to transport students on regular routes with safety as the top priority.

You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, assist students including those using wheelchairs, and communicate with school staff and parents. The role requires good verbal skills, early morning hours, and the ability to work independently while following route sheets and safety protocols.