School Bus Driver at Boise, ID
About The Position
Durham School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers in Boise, Idaho. Applicants begin as Drivers in Training, including those who already have a commercial driver’s license. The company provides training to obtain a CDL and related endorsements, where available, and to learn company policies and procedures. After successfully completing training and all position requirements, trainees move into a Professional Driver role. No prior experience is required. The position offers a guaranteed 25 hours per week, split-hour schedules, competitive hourly pay based on experience, no nights or weekends, and summers off. The role supports safe, reliable student transportation and requires compliance with company and applicable transportation requirements.
Requirements
- Be at least 21 years old; Tennessee School Bus Drivers must be at least 25 under state law.
- Possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state licenses and other certifications required to operate company vehicles.
- Meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; safety-sensitive employees are subject to random substance abuse screening under company policy.
- Satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
- Practice defensive driving and safe driving and work habits to avoid vehicular and industrial accidents.
- Comply with applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract-specific driver requirements.
- No prior experience is required.
Responsibilities
- Operate a school bus or other location-specific vehicle on a fixed or changing route to provide safe and reliable transportation.
- Report to duty on time and maintain the route schedule safely.
- Physically assist passengers with evacuating the vehicle in an emergency.
- Immediately report accidents or incidents according to company policy.
- Follow company policy regarding student and passenger management.
- Inform appropriate personnel about problems or procedures.
- Maintain a neat and professional appearance.
- Complete and submit required paperwork, including route change sheets, time cards, and vehicle repair requests, in a timely manner.
- Maintain a cooperative attitude with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and passengers, and promote company goodwill.
- Safely and efficiently use vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- For Paratransit Drivers, perform additional responsibilities that may apply at the location.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
- Retirement savings plan enrollment
- CDL and related endorsement training
- Sign-on bonus of up to $2,000 for School Bus Drivers; details available from the on-site team
- Flexible schedule
- Competitive rates
- Career opportunities
- No nights or weekends
- Summers off
- Guaranteed 25 hours per week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
