Substitute School Bus Driver

Transportation/Maintenance; Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Benson Unified School District Transportation/Maintenance in Benson, AZ is seeking a Substitute School Bus Driver to safely operate district vehicles on school business and for district routes as needed.

Starting immediately, this part-time role requires a High School diploma or GED, and a valid CDL with First Aid certification preferred. You will perform pre/post-trip inspections, maintain safety, and ensure student transportation is reliable and disciplined.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CDL and First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pre-trip and Post-trip vehicle safety inspection.
• Drives bus/van on assigned route.
• Transportation of students in a safe manner.
• Inspects bus fluids and mechanical functions and reports maintenance requests.
• Fuels bus when needed.
• Manage student discipline.
• Contacts parents regarding a student’s first bus referral.
• Follow established schedule and route as assigned.
• Maintain a clean vehicle.
• Instructs students on bus safety and discipline.
• Maintains daily log of bus inspection.
• Maintains a biweekly time sheet recording hours worked.

Skills

Safety inspection

Student management

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL

First Aid certification

Job description

Substitute School Bus Driver

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5967483
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Oct 21, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

• Start Date: Immediately
• Closing Date: Open until filled
• Compensation: $17.00 PER HOUR TRAINEE / $22.00 - $22.50 PER HOUR SCHOOL BUS DRIVER CERTIFIED
• Summary: Safely drive district vehicles on school business as a substitute driver.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities: include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Pre-trip and Post-trip vehicle safety inspection.
• Drives bus/van on assigned route. Recommends extension of routes or changes in schedule in order to provide safe service to children.
• Transportation of students in a safe manner.
• Inspects bus fluids and mechanical functions and reports maintenance requests to mechanic.
• Fuels bus when needed.
• Manage student discipline.
• Contacts parents regarding a student's first bus referral.
• Contact transportation supervisor regarding disciplinary referrals.
• Follow established schedule and route as assigned.
• Maintain a clean vehicle.
• Refers parent complaints or discipline problems to Transportation Supervisor.
• Instructs students on bus safety and discipline.
• Maintains daily log of bus inspection.
• Maintains a biweekly time sheet recording hours worked.
• Maintain the highest level of professionalism.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

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

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

One to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current CDL and First Aid certification preferred. In-house paid training and certification options available.

Benson Unified School District does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or genetic information.The District also provides equal access to its facilities to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups, as required by the Boys Scouts of America Equal Access Act. Inquiries or complaints concerning Title VI, VII, IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act may be referred to the BUSD Title IX and Section 504 Compliance Officer: Jomel Jansson, 360 S. Patagonia St., Benson, AZ 85602; [e-mail] [phone].

Position Type

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary

Salary: $22 Substitute

Job Categories

Job Categories: Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shawn McCartha , Director of Transportation
• Transportation/Maintenance
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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