Bus Driver 2026-2027

Bus Driver

Provide safe and efficient transportation services for the district

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of - or ability to receive during the initial training process - Arizona commercial driver's license and State bus driver's current Department of Public Safety certification
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Successful driving record for the past five years
• Bus or heavy automotive equipment driving experience preferred
• Ability to complete the current State's physical performance test for school bus drivers
• Strong communications and human relations skills
• Ability to work with various groups, teachers, administrators, and students
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to pass the Arizona Department of Transportation physical and Federal drug and alcohol tests
• Knowledge of and adherence to all policies, regulations, and procedures
• Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core Job Functions:

• Participate in the bus safety drill program for all schools as required, while maintaining and submitting all necessary records for the program
• Run the assigned schedule efficiently according to the written route sheet, varying only after consultation and approval from the routing coordinator
• Perform a thorough and quality pre-and post-trip inspection of all assigned vehicles, reporting any mechanical and/or safety defects in the proper manner
• Maintain the highest degree of driving safety in varied weather and road conditions
• Understand and practice the most current defensive driving techniques
• Record all trip and route information on appropriate forms according to department policy
• Guide and instruct the bus attendant in a cooperative fashion when an attendant is assigned
• Transport only authorized students and student chaperones/teachers/coaches
• Immediately report all incidents/accidents to the proper authorities according to policy and procedure, and complete all necessary reports as directed by the supervisor
• Keep current on all personal certification requirements required for the position, and make arrangements with the training coordinator for any needed updates
• Participate in district and department service programs and professional growth programs
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner, being a positive role model to others
• Make the well-being of students the fundamental value in all decision-making
• Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed and follow all district policies

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner
• Function effectively as a team member
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements Bus Drivers and Bus Attendants:

This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties.

Physical Demands: You may be required to do the following tasks frequently:

• Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and sitting.
• Using finger or manual dexterity and repetitive finger motion.
• Speaking, hearing, and seeing (with or without correction).
• Maintaining focus for extended periods.

Lifting & Force: The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency:

• Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of force.
• Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force.
• Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force.

Working Environment: You may encounter some of the following conditions:

• Travel, odors, dust, and poor ventilation.
• Limited workspace, loud noises, and bloodborne pathogens.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to pass a physical performance test in accordance with the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Arizona Administrative Code.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Note: The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Chandler Unified School District 80