Bus Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

• Title: Bus Driver
• Department: Reports to Transportation Coordinator - Director of Facilities
• Classification: Part time for 2026-2027 school year
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, morning and afternoon routes with flexibility for days with special schedules.

Overview

We are seeking a reliable and dedicated Bus Driver to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for safely transporting passengers to their destinations while ensuring a positive and educational experience. This role requires strong communication skills, a commitment to safety, experience in driving a school bus and the ability to interact effectively with children and diverse groups of people.

Mission

Prayer, Study, Community, Preaching – this is Dominican education at St. Pius X High School. Inspired by Veritas , young men and women embrace academic excellence and integrity, celebrate the community's diverse gifts and heritage, and embody social justice and service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Transport students to and from school each day on established routes in a safe and timely manner.
• Place the safety of students as the utmost importance in route and drop off at their final destination.
• Drive additional extracurricular routes that includes sporting events, practices, field trips, service, etc.
• Clean bus as necessary to maintain professional appearance and sanitation of vehicle.
• Additional charter work on an as needed basis.
• Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries and mechanical problems in a timely manner.
• Exerts a positive influence and work in harmony with associates.
• Respond to suggestions for improvement in a positive manner.
• Display professionalism in working with students, parents, staff and community.
• Maintain professional appearance.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned by school administration.

Qualifications and Experience

• Commitment to embrace the Catholic Mission and Dominican Charism at St. Pius X High School.
• Completion of Safe Haven environment training and the Archdiocesan Virtus program.
• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Possess a valid Class B commercial driver’s license (CDL) with P & S endorsements and school bus safety course.
• Hold an excellent driving record.
• Conduct a criminal history check along with a DOT physical examination and drug screen.
• Experience in driving and operating a school bus.
• Ability to write clear reports and communicate effectively in English. 
• Physically adept to perform and demonstrate emergency evacuation procedures (including pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds) and the ability to use emergency exits at any location on the bus.
• Ability to maintain student discipline and ensure that student behavior is not a distraction to safe driving.
• Complete basic first aid and CPR certification or acquire such within a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage positively with children and adults alike.