Bus Driver

Bus Driver

Applications are now being accepted in Office of the Personnel Manager, Town Hall, 80 Boston Neck Road, North Kingstown, RI for following position:

The Bus Driver is responsible for operating a lift-equipped, 15- or 18-passenger midsized shuttle bus to transport older adults to the Senior Center, shopping destinations, medical appointments, banking, essential errands, and various special trips. Duties include maintaining accurate trip records and logs, performing vehicle inspections, reporting mechanical issues to Highway Department mechanics, and keeping the vehicle clean and properly maintained according to the established schedule. Drivers must follow all transportation policies provided.

Qualifications:

• Valid Rhode Island driver's license with passenger endorsement and a satisfactory driving record required
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred but not required
• Ability to work effectively with older adults and the general public
• Ability to monitor vehicle performance and follow scheduled maintenance requirements
• Ability to work cooperatively with Highway Department mechanics on vehicle upkeep and repairs
• Ability to safely operate a passenger vehicle and follow a flexible schedule
• CPR/First Aid certification required within 6 months of hire

Salary: $19.51- $22.75/ hour for a 25-hour work week (days are negotiable)

Application period closes October 4, 2026

The Town of North Kingstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer who does not discriminate on any basis. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.