Transportation | Bus Driver

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 22,041 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 signing bonus for CDL holders

Performance bonuses up to $3,000

Health insurance including vision and dental

Paid time off

Public pension

Job summary

A local school district is looking for a Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school. This position offers a $5,000 signing bonus for current CDL holders and up to $3,000 in performance bonuses each school year. Full benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and retirement benefits. The work schedule aligns with the school year, with morning and afternoon shifts available. Join us to make a positive impact in your community every day.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License issued by the State.
• Meet State Department of Transportation physical requirements.
• Have sufficient physical and mental abilities to operate a school bus safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Adhere to work schedule with morning and afternoon routes.
• Provide a positive influence in the community.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Time management

Education

High school graduation

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

Job description

Join to apply for the Transportation | Bus Driver role at Fort Wayne Community Schools.

Purpose

Safely and efficiently transport students to and from school.

What You Will Love

• $5,000 signing bonus for current CDL holders*
• Up to $3,000 in performance bonuses available each school year*
• Employee referral bonus of $1,000 for CDL-holding bus driver referral*
• Full benefits package, including health insurance, basic term life insurance, paid time off, state pension, and various optional/supplemental benefits
• Daytime, weekday work schedule - home every night!
• Holidays and breaks off work
• Opportunity to make a positive difference in our community on a daily basis
• Paid training and assistance available for those who do not yet have a CDL
• Incentives subject to standard eligibility criteria.

Important Details

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Morning routes typically occur between 6:00am-9:30am. Afternoon routes typically occur between 2:00pm-5:00pm. Additional mid-day and after-school routes are available for bid by interested Bus Drivers.
• Benefits Included: Health Insurance (with Vision and Dental), Public Pension, Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, Long Term Disability, Basic Term Life Insurance, and Various Optional Supplemental Benefits

Substitute Bus Driver Positions

FWCS is also actively hiring Substitute Bus Drivers for those seeking flexible schedules, morning routes only, afternoon routes only, etc. Substitute Bus Drivers are paid between $16.00-$18.00 per hour based on relevant experience. If you would like to become a Substitute Bus Driver, please apply to this posting.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to perform assigned duties. Incumbents must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License issued by the State, meet State Department of Transportation physical requirements, and abstain from narcotic drug use and excessive drinking. The employee must have sufficient physical and mental abilities to operate a school bus in a safe manner.

Full Position Description

Bus Driver Job Description 6.12.2024.pdf