School Bus Drivers and Van Drivers

Oyster River Cooperative School District

Lee (NH)

On-site

USD 25,200 - 30,800

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Long-term disability
403b retirement plan
11 paid holidays
15 days of paid sick time
Annual $1000 perfect attendance bonus

Job summary

Oyster River Cooperative School District is seeking School Bus Drivers to provide safe transportation for students. The position offers hourly pay of $28.08 along with a competitive benefits package that includes medical and dental coverage, term life insurance, long-term disability, and paid time off.

New hires will receive a sign-on bonus of $2500, split into two payments during their first year. Applicants should hold a valid NH CDL-B and a School Bus Certificate; training is available for those not yet licensed.

Contact Transportation Director Trisha Daley for more details. This is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid NH CDL-B and a School Bus Certificate.
  • Current NH DOT physical card is required.
  • Willingness to train for licensing if not already licensed.

Responsibilities

  • Drive school students safely to and from school.
  • Follow established routes and schedules.
  • Ensure the safety of all passengers.

Skills

Valid NH CDL-B
School Bus Certificate
Current NH DOT physical card

Job description

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS NEEDED!

Oyster River Cooperative School District is seeking School Bus Drivers. We offer great pay at $28.08 dollars per hour, a competitive benefits package with medical, dental, term life and long‑term disability, 403b with annuity, 11 paid holidays, 15 days of paid sick time and up to a $1000 annual perfect attendance bonus!

New employees, in their first year of employment, will be paid a sign‑on bonus of $2500 payable in two payments. The first payment will occur after 90 days of employment, and the second will occur at the end of the school year.

Job requirements are a valid NH CDL‑B, School Bus Certificate, and a current NH DOT physical card. If you are not already licensed, ORCSD Transportation has licensed driver instructors available to train those who are interested.

To be considered, please submit your application and three references online at Oyster River Cooperative School District SAU 5.

For more information about the position, contact the Director of Transportation, Trisha Daley, at 603‑868‑1610.

Oyster River Cooperative School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Post date: 6/9/2026. Open until filled.

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