School Bus Driver Trainee: CDL Path & Benefits

Buncombe County Schools; Fletcher (NC); On-site; USD 2,349,000 - 2,943,000; Full time

Job summary

Buncombe County Schools is seeking a Bus Driver Trainee at Cane Creek Middle School in Fletcher, NC. The role involves training to obtain the NC DMV CDL Class B permit with P & S endorsements, with a path to full bus driver duties within the BCS system. Hours vary, usually 2–4 hours daily, and benefits begin after certification.

Trainee pay ranges from $17.05 to $21.36 per hour, with eventual driver pay higher. Position is full-time, located at Cane Creek Middle School.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required or desired.
• Eligible to obtain School Bus Certification (driving record) is required before full bus driver duties.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform training to become a school bus driver, including classroom work and tests.
• Assist in safety decisions and seating arrangements on the bus.
• Assist with pre/post-trip inspections and daily bus cleaning.
• Learn bus routes and help with safe loading/unloading of passengers.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Buncombe County Schools is seeking a Bus Driver Trainee at Cane Creek Middle School in Fletcher, NC. The role involves training to obtain the NC DMV CDL Class B permit with P & S endorsements, with a path to full bus driver duties within the BCS system. Hours vary, usually 2–4 hours daily, and benefits begin after certification.

Trainee pay ranges from $17.05 to $21.36 per hour, with eventual driver pay higher. Position is full-time, located at Cane Creek Middle School.