Student Transportation Specialist Trainee (Continuous Recruitment)

Young World Physical Education; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local education institution in Columbia, South Carolina is seeking a Student Transportation Specialist Trainee to ensure safe student transport. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, possess a high school diploma, and complete comprehensive training, including passing a commercial driver's license test. This is a full-time role requiring safety-focused responsibility and commitment to student success. Join the Transportation Team to make a difference in students' educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age to apply.
• Drivers must maintain a commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.
• Annual training of at least 10 hours required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and success of students during transport.
• Complete rigorous training and evaluations.
• Pass a physical assessment test and random drug screenings.

Skills

Safety-focused

Rigorous background investigation

Commercial driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Student Transportation Specialist Trainee (Continuous Recruitment)

Richland County School District 2 Support Services Center - Columbia, South Carolina

Job ID: 5541882

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Feb 17, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)

This job posting is closed

Job Description

Make difference in education. Bus drivers and bus monitors are key to our students' success. We are focused on safety, and we'll train you!

Join the professionals on the Transportation Team. As a team member, you will be an important part of the education process. If you are 21 years of age and have a high school diploma you can become a bus driver or monitor.

School bus drivers must pass a rigorous background investigation including a SLED check and a DMV records check. School bus drivers must maintain a commercial driver's license with passenger, air brake and federal school bus endorsements. They are also required to complete 20 hours of classroom instruction and pass a State Department of Education certification test. As a part of their training, drivers also complete many hours of on the road training and pass a rigorous driving evaluation. Each driver must pass a physical assessment test and is subject to random monthly drug screening. Annually, drivers attend at least 10 hours of training to maintain their proficiency.

For employment information contact our Training Department at 803.736.3774. Applicants must complete an online application in order to be considered.

Richland School District Two is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, handicap or disability in admission to, access to, treatment in, or employment in its programs and activities.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

Athletics & Activities > Trainer

Contact Information

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