Bus Driver - Various Route

Position Type:
Support Staff/Transportation - Drivers/Class 03 - Bus Driver

Date Posted:
5/21/2026

Location:
Transportation Department

Date Available:
2026-2027 School Year

Closing Date:
5/25 or until filled
VACANCY NOTICE: Bus Driver- Various Route
Location: Transportation Department

EFFECTIVE: 2026-2027 School Year
POSTING DATE : May 21, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE: May 25 at 11:59 p.m. or until filled

POSITION: 4.50 Hours Per Day (Monday - Friday, AM and PM)
Nine (9) Month Position
Salary Range: $24.99 to $30.73 Per Hour


GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Operates buses to transport students; performs routine vehicle safety and maintenance checks; prepares and maintains related records and reports; represents Wooster City School District in a favorable public image at all times.

LIMITATIONS: Employees holding this position are not eligible for weeknight field trips.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial driver's license Class B CDL with Air Brake, Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Completion of bus driver training provided and approved by the Ohio Department of Transportation; must meet legal requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Operates bus in accordance with State law, regulations of the State and Local Board of Education, and regulations established by the Superintendent.
• Maintains qualifications of a bus driver, (e.g., obtaining training, Commercial Driver's License, School Bus Endorsement), abstract, annual physical examination, attends local/county bus drivers' safety meetings and attends inservice meetings.
• Cares for and maintains safety of the bus pursuant to directives of the Transportation Supervisor.
• Conducts Pre trip inspection before starting daily bus run.
• Follows routes, makes established stops while operating the bus.
• Maintains discipline and reports flagrant violations, drivers may not exclude students from the bus, but shall follow the Board of Education procedures for discipline.
• Keeps the inside of the bus clean, and front and rear windows clear.
• Reports any needed bus repair as required using the appropriate form.
• Verifies time schedule, route directions, passenger list and prepares seating chart for all assigned runs with a copy of the transportation supervisor and a copy to remain in the bus.
• Driver may sign up for field trips or athletic trips as assigned by the Transportation Supervisor.
• Maintains physical capability to appropriately lift and manage all pupils if necessary.
• Copes with stressful situations related to handicapped pupils.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist co-workers as required.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS AND PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS

• Occasional operation of a bus under inclement weather conditions.
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissues.
• Occasional interaction among unruly children.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS: (* indicates developed after employment)

KNOWLEDGE OF: Ohio Bus Operation Rules and Regulations.
ABILITY TO: Operate a school bus following all applicable rules and regulations, lift and position handicapped students as required.
SKILLS IN: Defensive driving, driving in inclement weather, relating to students and parents.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS :
Candidates (unless current employees) must pass a criminal background investigation prior to employment.

*This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the position incumbent who will be required to follow other instructions and perform any duties required by the position's supervisor(s), superintendent or his/her designee.

HOW TO APPLY:
• Internal Candidates : Submit APPLITRACK application by the posting deadline
• External Candidates: A submitted APPLITRACK application and a current resume must be received online by the posting deadline. Paper documents will not be accepted.
• Substitutes and General's Club Only Employees: Apply as an external candidate

Applitrack Link: or visit and click on Employment to navigate to all current postings

Wooster City School District is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to create and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community.