CDL School Bus Driver
About The Position
BrightBee is partnering with Spartanburg County School District Two to hire dependable, safety-minded School Bus Drivers who help students travel safely to and from school. Drivers operate local school bus routes Monday through Friday, with no overnight travel. The district provides the training and certification needed to obtain a CDL and school bus certification at no cost to the employee. The role involves driving students, maintaining a safe and positive bus environment, communicating with families and school personnel, keeping the vehicle clean, and following district safety procedures. Applicants must complete district onboarding and training, meet applicable district and state requirements, and pass required background checks and clearances. Assignments may require lifting up to 30 pounds and standing for extended periods.
Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Excellent driving record.
- Dependable and responsible.
- Able to work safely in varying weather and road conditions.
- Comfortable working with and supervising students.
- Complete a background check and livescan; other testing or clearances may also be required.
- Comply with mandated reporter training and reporting requirements and the applicable code of conduct.
- May need to authorize contact with former employers.
- Assignments may require lifting up to 30 pounds and standing for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with children.
- School bus or commercial driving experience.
- Strong communication skills.
- Dependable attendance and reliability.
- Ability to remain calm and make safe decisions.
- Passion for supporting students and schools.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate a school bus along an assigned route.
- Pick up and drop off students at authorized stops.
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and positive environment on the bus.
- Supervise students and maintain appropriate discipline.
- Report student misconduct or safety concerns when needed.
- Communicate with parents, school staff, and the transportation team.
- Keep the bus clean and report vandalism, maintenance issues, or road hazards.
- Maintain accurate mileage and time records.
- Attend required safety meetings and training.
- Provide general first aid when needed.
- Follow all school district policies and safety procedures.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- Complete required school district onboarding and training.
- Obtain the required CDL and school bus certification.
- Follow all safety and reporting guidelines and applicable district and state requirements for transporting students.
Benefits
- CDL and school bus certification training at no cost to the employee.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
