School Bus Driver Trainee ($17.98+/hour)

POOL; Easton (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Talbot County Public Schools POOL in Easton, Maryland, is seeking a School Bus Operator Trainee for a part-time, hourly role. Starting immediately, the trainee will work under the Supervisor of Transportation to learn essential bus operations and CDL process, with the goal of becoming a licensed CDL operator within 90 days.

The position pays hourly and requires a Maryland license and CDL permit. The program emphasizes safe pupil transport, adherence to routes and schedules, and completion of

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate aptitude for completing essential performance responsibilities.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
• Three written and verified references on file.
• Valid Maryland driver’s license.
• CDL permit required.
• Maintain a satisfactory driving record as determined by supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Transport only those pupils assigned to the bus.
• Follow time schedules and routes as prescribed.
• Attend all training sessions and meetings as directed by the Transportation Department.
• Pick up and discharge students at designated stops.
• Reports all student behavior problems.
• Make sure that all students are aware of the procedures and rules regarding discipline and safety.
• Reports bus breakdowns immediately by radio or cell phone as prescribed.
• Reports all school bus traffic accidents immediately by radio or cell phone as prescribed.
• Refrain from backing a school bus on school grounds unless appropriate assistance is provided.
• Conduct the prescribed daily pre and post service inspections.

Skills

Aptitude for performance

Verbal & written communication

References on file

Maryland driver's license

CDL permit required

Clean driving record (≤2 points)

Job description

School Bus Driver Trainee ($17.98+/hour)

Talbot County Public Schools POOL - Easton, Maryland Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Talbot County Public Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5285888

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: May 30, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

TITLE : School Bus Operator Trainee

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Demonstrated aptitude for successful completion of the essential performance responsibilities.


• The ability to communicate in verbal and written form.


• Three written and verified references on file.


• Valid Maryland driver’s license.


• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Permit Required.


• Have not more than 2 current points on the individual’s driving record and have a satisfactory past driving record as determined by the supervisor of transportation.

REPORTS TO : Supervisor of Transportation

JOB GOAL : Become a fully licensed School Bus Operator (CDL with endorsements) within ninety (90) days of entering the School Bus Operator Trainee program.

TRAINEES SHALL LEARN THE FOLLOWING ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Transport only those pupils assigned to the bus


• Follow time schedules and routes as prescribed.


• Attend all training sessions and meeting as directed by the Transportation Department.


• Pick up and discharge students at designated stops


• Reports all student behavior problems.


• Make sure that all students are aware of the procedures and rules regarding discipline and safety.


• Reports bus breakdowns immediately by radio or cell phone as prescribed and offices as prescribed.


• Reports all school bus traffic accidents immediately by radio or cell phone as prescribed.


• Refrain from backing a school bus on school grounds unless appropriate assistance is provided.


• Conduct the prescribed daily pre and post service inspections.


• Fuel buses only when passengers are not on the bus.


• Use all lights and signals in the prescribed manner.


• Provide assistance to students when crossing the roadway.


• Cooperate with the school administrators and Transportation Department staff in dealing with parent and student concerns.


• Refrain from moving the bus until all students are seated.


• Use only appropriate language when communicating; profane language is not permitted


• Performs the related duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : PART TIME - HOURLY

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $19 to $19 Per Hour