Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Lake Washington School District is accepting applications for this position on an on-going basis for the 2026-2027 School Year. Interviews will be scheduled, and positions filled from the applicant pool for openings as they occur. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the Transportation Department.

Job Summary: School Bus Drivers play a vital role in the Lake Washington School District, ensuring the safe transportation of students. As the first and last District employees our students encounter each day, drivers responsibly provide transportation for regular routes, field trips, and other activities.

Base rate: $38.93 per hour

Calendar: 180 days

Salary Schedule: Position FAQs, including work hours and benefits:

Essential Job Functions for a Bus Driver in LWSD

• Drives assigned school bus on scheduled routes and/or trips within and outside the district boundaries
• Operate school bus in accordance with federal and state laws and policies publicized by OSPI and LWSD
• Operate and service all school bus equipment and accessories, including but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway kits, snow chains, sanders, and first aid kits
• Perform required operational and safety inspections of the school bus and all related equipment
• Clean and service the school bus, including but not limited to interior/exterior cleaning and fueling
• Maintain control of student passengers as required for safety reasons
• Report unsafe acts, behaviors and conditions that require attention or intervention of supervisory personnel
• Perform basic first aid as appropriate, which may include CPR
• Complete records, trip requests, repair requisitions, behavior reports, accident reports, incident reports and other job-related forms that may be required, accurately and timely
• May operate hydraulic lift for wheelchair access onto bus
• May load students in wheelchairs using ratcheting tie downs and hooks to secure wheelchair
• May open emergency windows, doors, and roof hatches in the event of an emergency
• Cultural competency, supporting all students in alignment with LWSD's mission and values
• Other duties as required

Qualifications

• 25 years of age or older
• Valid Washington State driver's license with a minimum of 5 years' experience
• Valid Commercial Driver's License Permit before training
• Ability to pass a Federal DOT Medical Evaluation Bus Driver Job Description Updated 2024

Job Requirements

• Completion of up to 100 hours of paid bus driver training
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions including mapping
• Ability to keep records and maintain order
• Excellent customer service

Working Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently work outside, walk on slippery surfaces, be exposed to sunlight, in contact with oils or other petroleum products, and handle or be in machinery that is vibrating. The usual and customary methods of performing the functions of this job require the following physical demands:

• Frequent reaching, handling, and repeated hand/arm/finger motions
• Occasional lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling the length of the school bus
• Occasional bending or twisting at the neck and waist
• Seldom climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling Please review LWSD Human Resources Employment Policies, which includes our non-discrimination policy. We are not able to sponsor employment at this time.