School Bus Driver - Sparta

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

Job summary

SOUTHWEST BUS SERVICES in Sparta, WI is hiring a School Bus Driver to provide safe transportation for students on a scheduled route. You will follow routes, monitor safety, and communicate with school staff.

Role emphasizes passenger safety, vehicle inspections, and professional conduct with students. Must pass DOT physical and drug test, and obtain CDL with endorsements. Join a dedicated team serving the community.

Qualifications

• CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsements is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and management.
• Excellent driving record required for safety.

Responsibilities

• Observe traffic and weather conditions to ensure passenger safety.
• Safely transport students according to planned route and schedule.
• Address student misconduct promptly and professionally.
• Report delays, accidents, emergencies, and maintenance needs.
• Regularly inspect vehicle safety before/after trips.
• Enforce bus safety rules and respond to emergencies.
• Assist with loading/unloading when required.
• Maintain a clean vehicle.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

Skills

CDL driving

Passenger endorsement

School bus endorsement

Good driving record

DOT physical

Pre-employment drug test

Effective communication

Attendance & punctuality

Education

CDL license with passenger and school bus endorsements

Job description

• Location 1700 Old Airport Rd,Sparta, WI, 54656,United States
• Base Pay $20.80 / Hour

Description

This position provides safe and efficient transportation of students to and from school following a scheduled route 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.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a CDL license, 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 !