Substitute Bus Driver, 2026- 27 - Transportation

Salem-Keizer Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Part time

Job summary

Salem-Keizer Public Schools is seeking a Substitute Bus Driver to transport students to and from school and school-related activities. The position pays $24.03 per hour and requires no prior experience, as paid training is provided.

Substitute drivers work on an unscheduled basis and must have an acceptable driving record, pass a DOT physical exam, and drug testing. Interested applicants can apply online and must meet eligibility requirements for an Oregon Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver License (CDL).

Qualifications

• Acceptable driving record required.
• Successful passage of a DOT physical exam needed.
• Pass both pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school and related activities.
• Cover routes or activities on an unscheduled basis.
• Participate in an interview process if selected.

Job description

Substitute Bus Driver, 2026- 27 - Transportation JobID: 14232

PURPOSE
To improve student achievement by transporting students to and from school and school-related activities. Substitute drivers work when needed for route or activity trip coverage on an unscheduled basis. Successful work as a substitute driver will position the employee to apply for regular bus driver positions as they become available.

Type: Substitute
Hours: Most routes report around 6:00 and return around 9:30 AM, then report around 1:30 PM and return around 5:00 PM. Days worked and number of hours per day may vary depending on coverage assignment.
Application Procedure: Apply online
Substitute Driving Wage: $24.03 per hour

No experience required; paid training will be provided. Position requires an acceptable driving record and successful passage of a DOT physical exam and both pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing. If you hold an out of state driver's license or have held a driver's license from another state within the last 3 years, please obtain a court-certified copy of your driving record from the DMV in which your license was issued.

Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements to apply for and must pass testing requirements for an Oregon Commercial Learner Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver License (CDL). Assistance completing the application and uploading documents is provided if needed.

All Applicants, please note: If selected, you will be asked to participate in an interview process. Interviews are conducted virtually, in person, or via a one-way video. Please note interviews are a required part of the hiring process, non-compliance with the interview eliminates your eligibility for the position.

Salem-Keizer Public Schoolsdoes not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion,sex, sexual orientation,gender identity, national origin, marital status,age, disability, veterans' status, or other categories protected by ORS Chapter 659A.