Bus Driver

MISTAFF – MASSP Michigan Education Job Postings Bus Driver Deadline: July 21, 2026 District/Organization: Zeeland Public Schools Position/Type: Other, part time Salary: $21.04 – $24.59 Position Details Zeeland Public Schools has openings for Bus Drivers in our Transportation Department. The Bus Driver will provide safe and efficient transportation for students to and from school. Responsibilities Drivers must fuel and check the oil in their own buses and keep them clean inside on a daily basis. This is also expected when using a spare bus. Buses are to be cleaned before and after going on a field trip. Buses must be warmed up at least ten minutes, and no longer than 15 minutes, prior to driving. Pre‑trip your bus at the beginning of each run. Pre‑trip reports must be completed and filed online using the tablets provided. Maintain order and discipline on the bus. Must have the ability to tolerate noise and distractions made by student passengers. The driver must be able to discipline firmly, but fairly, within school guidelines. Confirm that all passengers are students or designated trip supervisors as all other passengers are prohibited due to state law and insurance regulations. Post‑trip your bus after each run checking for items left on the bus, damage to the bus and windows must be closed. ENSURE ALL PASSENGERS ARE OFF THE BUS at the end of the day. Use bus radios in a proper manner for school business only. Each driver will prepare, maintain and abide by all records required by law or ZPS Board Policy. Must be able to evacuate students in case of emergency. This procedure is required three times per year. Demonstrate to the Director of Transportation or his designee the ability to open the emergency door, to exit and to enter through the emergency door. Report all staff and student injuries to the Transportation office on the same day in which they occur and follow up with a written report. A written report must be submitted to the Transportation office or to the mechanics regarding needed repairs and/or safety hazards on equipment and property. A written report must be submitted to the Transportation office immediately regarding any accident in which you are involved in. Attend mandatory meetings called by the Director of Transportation during the school year. These meetings will be paid according to the bus driver’s regular pay. Qualifications High School diploma required. Must have DOT/Michigan Department of Education physical every year at the clinic approved by the Zeeland Public Schools Transportation Director. Must renew CDL license before expiration of the old CDL license with B, P, S and air brakes. Must pass a drug test required by the State of Michigan or the federal government. Must maintain a good driving record. Must complete training for school bus drivers required by the State of Michigan and Zeeland Public Schools. Must complete all Advanced School Bus Driving classes as required by the State of Michigan and Zeeland Public Schools. Schedule As needed – Student Calendar Contact E‑mail: View email address on click.appcast.io Website: #J-18808-Ljbffr