Volunteer CDL School Bus Driver - Safe Student Transport

lifewisecareers; Richwood (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

LifeWise Academy is seeking a CDL bus driver to transport students and volunteers between homes and LifeWise sites. The role emphasizes safe operations, adherence to traffic laws, and maintaining a clean, safe bus environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a CDL with passenger endorsement (S endorsement preferred); must have a clean record, be willing to undergo background checks and drug testing, and meet religious community requirements. Training and potential classroom volunteering are included.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger endorsement required; school bus endorsement preferred
• Background check and drug testing required (pre-employment and annual/random)
• Age 21–80; continuous licensure for past 3 years; clean driving record
• Mature Christian faith and active local church involvement per LifeWise policy
• All drivers must obtain a yearly Physician's Statement if medical conditions exist
• Possession of appropriate special licenses as needed

Responsibilities

• Transport children and LifeWise volunteers to and from the LifeWise site
• Obey traffic laws and maintain bus cleanliness and mechanical safety
• Perform regular bus inspections and refuel as needed
• Create and maintain a safe environment for children; enforce safety rules
• Assist students entering/exiting the bus; remain calm and caring
• Complete LifeWise Academy training and volunteer in classroom if agreed

Skills

Clean driving record

Background check

Drug testing

CDL license with passenger endorsement

School bus endorsement preferred

Mature Christian faith aligned with Do

Active church involvement

Continuous CDL licensing for 3 years

Special licenses as applicable

Known medical condition statements

Job description

LifeWise Academy is seeking a CDL bus driver to transport students and volunteers between homes and LifeWise sites. The role emphasizes safe operations, adherence to traffic laws, and maintaining a clean, safe bus environment.

Ideal candidates will hold a CDL with passenger endorsement (S endorsement preferred); must have a clean record, be willing to undergo background checks and drug testing, and meet religious community requirements. Training and potential classroom volunteering are included.