School Bus Operator I (CDL)

Manchester School District; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

HSA for select plans

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement pension plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Reimbursement

Life insurance

403(b) plan

Vision discounts

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Manchester School District in Manchester, NH is hiring a School Bus Operator I (CDL) to transport students safely on assigned routes. Immediate starting date, with full benefits offered.

The role requires a CDL with P and S endorsements, a valid U.S. driver's license, and completion of required safety trainings. Day-to-day duties include pre/post-trip inspections, adherence to schedules, and professional conduct with students and staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be 18+ with a valid U.S. driver's license for two years.
• Hold or be able to obtain Class A/B CDL with P and S endorsements and Air Brake.
• Must obtain School Bus Driver Certificate and basic first aid/CPR.
• Pass Criminal History Checks and USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certification.
• Willingness to participate in Manchester School District Drug and Alcohol Program.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, resident, or have work visa.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus safely and professionally.
• Pick up and deliver students per schedule and route.
• Obey all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Maintain a safe bus environment and enforce conduct.
• Communicate with students, parents, staff, and colleagues.
• Inspect bus pre/post-trip and report issues.
• Ensure bus is clean and fueled.
• Report accidents or delays promptly.

Skills

Driver's License

CDL Endorsements

First Aid

CPR Certification

Communication Skills

Citizenship/Work Visa

Age 18+

Medical/Criminal Checks

US DOT Medical

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

School Bus Operator I (CDL)

Manchester School District District Office - Manchester, New Hampshire Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Manchester School District

Job Details

Job ID: 5068776
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: Aug 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The School Bus District offers a full benefits package to all eligible employees including:

• Anthem Medical insurance
• Anthem Vision insurance
• Delta Dental insurance
• Company funded HSA for select Anthem health plans
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Reimbursement
• Company sponsored life insurance
• 403(b) tax sheltered annuity plan
• Vision discounts
• Medical incentive rewards
• Employee assistance program
• Many more.

A School Bus Operator I (CDL) improves student achievement by transporting students safely to and from school, and school-related activities. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) ensures the school bus (Greater than 14 passengers) is in safe operating condition, manages student behavior and enforces rules, regulations, policies and laws to ensure students’ safety during loading, transport and unloading. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) is responsible for safely and professionally operating a school bus (Greater than 14 passengers) over an assigned route in all types of weather conditions including but not limited to heat, cold, rain, hail, sleet, snow, ice and fog. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) is responsible to abide by all the rules and regulations as provided by school policies and local, state and federal governmental agencies. A School Bus Operator I (CDL) will work with students, parents, staff, colleagues and others in a courteous and respectful manner.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Be 18 years of age and have possessed a valid (regular) U.S. driver’s license for a minimum of two years.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a passenger (P) Endorsement and a School Bus (S) Endorsement with Air Brake Certification.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a School Bus Driver Certificate.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain basic first aid training and CPR certification.
• Pass all Criminal History Checks.
• Hold or have the ability to obtain a USDOT Medical Examiner’s Certification
• Willingness to participate in the Manchester School District Drug and Alcohol Program
• Have the ability to listen and understand information.
• Have the ability to communicate information so others will understand it.
• Have citizenship, residency or work Visa in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of school bus driving experience.
• Familiarity with roadways within the City of Manchester, NH and surrounding communities

Specific Core Function

• Operate a school bus (Greater than 15 passengers) safely and professionally.
• Pick up and deliver students as per set route and schedule.
• Obey all traffic laws.
• Observe all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
• Be attentive to traffic and weather conditions while staying on schedule and ensuring the safety of passengers.
• Transport only authorized students.
• Pick up and discharge students only at authorized stops.
• Check bus seats and floor, including under seats, for students after each trip.
• Notify supervisor(s) immediately in case of mechanical failure or delay in more than five (5) minutes in scheduled deliveries or pickups; complete accurate reports as required.
• Report all crashes and/or on-board accidents and injuries immediately per protocol and promptly complete accurate reports and forms.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe environment within the school bus by enforcing rules of conduct and responding to emergencies using a variety of pupil management skills.
• Report student misconduct according to established procedure.
• Communicate with students, parents, staff and colleagues in a professional and courteous manner and present as a positive representative of the Manchester School District.
• Ensure the assigned bus is clean and fueled.
• Use two-way radio per established policies.
• Perform basic first aid as appropriate, including CPR.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Demonstrate high standards of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information.
• Attend all scheduled training, in-service and safety meetings as required by the Manchester School District.
• Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, natural origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, or disability.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.
• Perform and properly complete daily pre and post-trip inspections and duties.

Responsibilities of the Position

• Perform and properly complete daily pre and post-trip inspections and duties.
• Ability to read, understand policies, procedures, and related information. Also provide and follow verbal, written, and demonstrated instructions, directions, and guidelines related to the job.
• Ability to write basic reports and general correspondence.
• Ability to interact appropriately with a diverse student population of children of different age groups

Specified Length/Hours of Position

• 185 school days including up to 10 additional days for training, and preparation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cortney Medeiros , Training Coordinator
• District Office
• Phone: [phone] x118
• Email: [e-mail]