Student Transporter (Driver) (2026/2027)

Litchfield Elementary School District

United States

On-site

USD 30,000 - 45,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

District paid employee medical and life insurance

Salary as established by the Governing Board

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a School Bus Driver to provide safe and efficient transportation for students to and from school and activities. The ideal candidate must be at least 21 years old, hold a valid Class B commercial driver's license, and have a clean driving record. Responsibilities include adhering to all traffic laws, maintaining discipline on the bus, and conducting routine checks. This position requires physical stamina and the ability to work varied shifts in challenging weather conditions.

Qualifications

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Required to obtain a Class B commercial driver's license with appropriate endorsements.
Driving record acceptable by the AZ Department of Public Safety.

Responsibilities

Provide safe transportation for school children.
Adhere to federal and state guidelines for school bus operations.
Maintain discipline and report incidents as required.

Skills

Operating a school bus

Knowledge of state and district policies

Physical stamina

Driving experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial driver's license (Class B)

Job description

Student Transporter (Driver) (2025/2026) JobID: 10927

Job Posting Details

Date Posted: 7/9/2025
Location: Transportation
Date Available: ASAP
Closing Date: When Filled
Position Type: Transportation / Student Transporter (Driver)

Terms of Employment

10 month, 6 hrs per day, 5 days per week
District paid employee medical and life insurance
Salary as established by the Governing Board
Non-Exempt
Required - AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Job Title

School Bus Driver

Basic Function and Scope of Responsibilities

Provide safe and efficient transportation for school children to and from school and extracurricular activities. Adheres to federal requirements and guidelines regarding operating a commercial motor vehicle in the state of Arizona. Follow state requirements according to the Arizona Minimum Standards for School Buses and School Bus Drivers (Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) Title 17, Chapter 9). Maintains discipline of passengers on the school buses. Individuals must be able to work a split shift.

Essential Functions

Adheres to all responsibilities required of a District school bus driver.
Obeys all traffic laws.
Observes all mandatory safety regulations for school buses.
Observes Federal Communications Commission (F.C.C.) regulations when operating two-way radios.
Performs school bus operations checks as required by the state Minimum Standards.
Notifies proper authorities of mechanical defects or failures.
Notifies proper authorities of lateness on bus routes.
Adheres to assigned schedules.
Transports only authorized personnel/students.
Picks up and discharges students only at authorized stops. Reports all accidents and incidents and completes required reports and forms.
Reports all traffic citations to supervisor as soon as practical.
Assists transportation staff regarding route changes and schedules.
Cleans and fuels buses as part of bus driver's daily routine.
Performs tire pressure checks as required.
Completes all paperwork as required by state and district policies and procedures.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Education Requirements / Licensing Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Be able to obtain a Class B commercial driver's license with passenger "P" and school bus "S" endorsements.
Be able to attain Arizona School Bus Driver's Certification.
Fingerprint Clearance.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: Individual must have the physical stamina, health, and flexibility necessary to bend, stretch, crouch, kneel, stoop, lift, pull, push, and climb. Repetitive functions are common and necessary to perform the responsibilities of a school bus driver. Must be able to perform duties in Arizona environment without the benefit of Air Conditioning. The environment experiences temperature extremes of over 100 degrees (F) and down to possible freezing temperatures. There is possible exposure to bodily fluids and hazardous fluids/materials.

Skills, Knowledge, Ability and/or Experience

SKILLS: Required to perform operating a school bus while utilizing multiple operating systems.
KNOWLEDGE: State and District policies and procedures necessary to efficiently and effectively perform the tasks of a school bus driver.
ABILITY: Required to pass a physical performance test as required and outlined in the Minimum Standards for School Buses and School Bus Drivers. Requirements include the ability to lift a minimum of 30 pounds and drag 125 pounds a minimum of 30 feet.
EXPERIENCE: In operating a motor vehicle for a minimum of one year is required. Individual must have a driving record that is acceptable by the AZ Department of Public Safety.

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