Bus Driver

Code

JP328716 - 233

Salary Range

$20.23 per hour

Job Family

Bus Driver

Job Class

Classified

POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB POSTING NOTIFICATION

Date of Posting: July 1, 2026

Closing Date: Open until filled (immediate application review)

Position Title: Route Bus Driver

Wage: $20.23 per hour

Qualifications: CDL License, School Bus and Passenger Endorsement, Current 1st Aid & CPR Certificate, DOT Physical and a successful fingerprint background check. * District may pay for training, DOT physical, and background check.

Apply to: Complete application submitted through Polson School District Employment platform:

Application Material:

• Completed Polson School District Certified Staff Application

• Successful Fingerprint Background Check

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, benefits and other working conditions are determined by the negotiated agreement between the Polson School District and the PCEA. The work day is established by the Board of Trustees and may increase or decrease in hours dependent upon the needs of the district. Dependent upon the number of hours assigned, the employee may or may not be eligible for insurance benefits.

Non-Discrimination Disclosure: The Polson School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in employment, educational programs or activities. The Polson School District additionally complies with the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act.

POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT #23

Job Description

ACTIVITY BUS DRIVER

REPORTS TO : Transportation Supervisor

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Drives school bus, activity bus or transportation vehicle over assigned route or activity trip in accordance with time schedule.

• Boards and discharges student passengers in a safe and orderly manner

• Transports students, staff, and chaperones on field trips, athletic activities, and other special trips.

• Enforces District policies and procedures related to transportation and maintains discipline on buses.

• Prepares student discipline citations as needed.

• Prepares weekly maintenance reports.

• Maintains list of current student riders.

• Maintains bus cleanliness on a daily basis.

• Performs minor bus maintenance checks and reports maintenance needs.

• Renders first aid or emergency assistance as needed.

• May transport other materials in District vehicles.

• Services buses with gas and oil and checks tires, battery, and belts.

• Maintains good order among students on buses. Follows District policies regarding discipline of children and communicates with parents, guardians and other citizens.

• Instructs students and other riders on proper bus behavior and emergency procedures.

• During times buses are not in use, may be assigned to general maintenance and cleanup activities in the transportation department.

• Ensures compliance with applicable provisions of state motor vehicle code and education code, as related to bus driving and transporting students.

Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPECTATIONS:

• Work history demonstrating dependability and reliability; good driving record; high school diploma or equivalent; or any combination of training and experience likely to provide the desired knowledge and abilities.

• Possession of valid Montana commercial driver?s license, accompanied by satisfactory medical examination report.

• Holds valid basic First Aid & CPR certificate.

• Holds valid TR-35 Form.

• Knowledge of safe driving practices.

• Knowledge of highways, roads and geography of the School district and other district served.

• Operate school bus, exercising good judgment and extreme caution.

• Drive school bus safely over variety of normal and hazardous road conditions.

• Maintain order among students on a bus.

• Learn designated bus route, bus stops, and District traffic hazards.

• Make route reports.

• Keep simple records.

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, the public, and staff members.

• Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Ability to handle stressful situations.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student matters.

• Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.

EQUIPMENT USED:

Two-way radio equipment, specials needs equipment, telephone/voice mail, video recorder and player, cell phone

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside and outside. The employee must be able to meet deadlines, sometimes with severe time constraints. The environment can be stressful due to the nature of the work. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments. May be required to lift or carry up to 100 pounds.

MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee often performs routine work. Guidance and reinforcement are usually unavailable. The employee frequently works within time constraints and must maintain attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in interactions that require oral and written communications.

The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board?s policy on evaluation of classified personnel.

Location : Polson School District Administration Office, 111 4th Ave E , Polson , Montana 59860