Temporary Substitute Bus Driver

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Health Savings Account

Wellness program

Tuition assistance for you and family

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ball State University invites applications for Temporary Substitute Bus Drivers to operate university buses, transporting students and staff on shuttle runs and dispatched routes. Work hours vary with no set schedule; up to 0–40+ hours weekly depending on demand. Applicants must have U.S.

work authorization without sponsorship. Role requires a valid CDL with passenger endorsement, a clean driving record, and successful completion of a post-offer drug test.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• At least six months of verified professional driving experience.
• Must demonstrate ability to drive a bus (on-site driving test).
• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL with endorsement for public passengers and be insurable under university fleet policy.

Responsibilities

• Operate passenger buses and shuttles on routes established by Transportation Office.
• Inspect buses and report malfunctions; maintain vehicle cleanliness.
• Fuel buses daily and inspect for exterior damage.
• Maintain contact with Transportation Office via radio/telephone; report delays and emergencies.
• Keep accurate mileage and passenger logs; complete trip sheets for each task.
• Assist disabled individuals on and off vehicles as needed.
• Report route problems and suggest changes where appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL with passenger endorsement

Clean driving record

Willingness to pass drug test

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Title: Temporary Substitute Bus Driver Compensation: 20.14 / hour Department: General Institutional Support - Temp Start Date: 10/22/2026

About this opportunity:

Ball State University welcomes applications for Temporary Substitute Bus Drivers. At Ball State University our Temporary Substitute Bus Drivers will operate Ball State University buses to transport students, faculty, staff, and personnel on the shuttle run or other dispatched runs. Work hours and days are as assigned per bus requests. There is no set schedule or shift. Number of hours per week varies; could be 0 hours to 40+ hours a week depending on demands. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function:

Operate Ball State University buses to transport students, faculty, staff, and personnel on the shuttle run or other dispatched runs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate passenger buses, shuttles, vans and paratransit units on various routes as established by the Transportation Office.
• Inspect buses and report any equipment malfunctions; maintain cleanliness of vehicles.
• Fuel daily and inspect bus for any exterior damage.
• Maintain contact with Transportation Office when necessary via radio and/or telephone; inform office of changes in location, delays, traffic problems, emergencies, etc.
• Maintain accurate records of mileage and number of passengers; complete various trip sheets and logs for each assigned task.
• Assist and direct disabled individuals on and off vehicles as needed.
• Report any problems with routes and make recommendations for changes when appropriate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• At least six months of verified professional driving experience.
• Must demonstrate ability to drive bus (on-site driving test).
• Must possess and maintain a valid CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) with an endorsement for public passengers and be insurable under the university’s auto fleet policy.
• Must possess a good driving record; verification through Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
• Must pass a post offer/pre-employment mandatory drug and alcohol test.
• Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Over-the-road (OTR) bus or truck driving experience.

Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly.

There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters.

Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position.

Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance.

People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room G008 2000 University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]