Transportation | Bus Driver

Fort Wayne Community Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 64,930,000 - 85,819,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Performance bonuses

Referral bonus

Full benefits

Home nightly

Job summary

Fort Wayne Community Schools is seeking a Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The role offers a daytime, weekday schedule with home every night and a comprehensive benefits package.

Starting immediately, the position includes a $22.66–$29.95 hourly wage with a full benefits package and potential bonuses. Substitute shifts are available for flexible schedules, with paid training and CDL assistance for those pursuing certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state.
• Meets DOT physical requirements.
• Ability to operate a school bus safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Operate a school bus in compliance with District policies and DOT regulations.
• Participate in paid training and development opportunities.

Skills

CDL Holder

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Fort Wayne Community Schools Transportation - Bus Driver - Fort Wayne, Indiana Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

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 eligiblity criteria.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Work Schedule: School year
• Work Hours: Morning routes typically occur between 6:0am-9:30am. Afternoon routes typically occur between 2:om-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

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.

SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER POSITIONS

FWCS is also actively hiring Substitute Bus Drivers for those seeking flexible schedules, morning routes only, afternoon routes only, etc.

Transportation | Bus Driver

Fort Wayne Community Schools Transportation - Bus Driver - Fort Wayne, Indiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Fort Wayne Community Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 4806260

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Nov 12, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION: Bus Driver Job Description 6.12.2024.pdf

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $22.66 to $29.95 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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