School Bus Driver, Full-Time

The Harker School • San Jose, CA

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About The Position

The Harker School is seeking a full-time School Bus Driver working a minimum of 35 hours per week. The driver ensures the safe and efficient transportation of students, parents, and staff to and from school campuses, activities, and field trips. The role includes operating school vehicles, conducting safety inspections, enforcing policies, and representing the school with professionalism and care.

The position offers competitive pay and benefits, along with free continental breakfast and lunch, discounted dinners, an annual professional development stipend, shoe vouchers, and paid membership to CASTO (California Association of School Transportation Officials). Pay is determined according to The Harker School’s established pay scale and is based on relevant education and experience as evaluated by Human Resources. The posted pay range reflects the full pay scale; most new hires can expect to fall within its lower to middle portion, depending on qualifications and experience.

The Harker School’s mission is to educate students for success at college and beyond, while fostering kindness, respect, and integrity in a safe and nurturing environment. Its comprehensive program and faculty and staff support academic excellence, intellectual curiosity, personal accountability, love of learning, individuality, diversity, leadership, and service.

Requirements

• At least 12 months of school bus driving experience.
• At least 25 years of age, as required by insurance.
• Valid California Class A or B License with P&S endorsements and air brakes.
• Valid Special Driver Certificate for a type 1 bus, transit, and air brakes.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
• Valid ARC First Aid & CPR certification.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass required background checks, a TB test, and DOT drug and alcohol testing.
• Knowledge of safe driving practices, the California Motor Vehicle Code, and school transportation regulations.
• Ability to manage time effectively, follow routes, and remain calm in emergencies.
• Ability to sit, steer, and operate bus controls for extended periods; lift up to 40 lbs. unassisted; and meet vision and hearing requirements for safe vehicle operation.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including varied hours and days, and to work around exposure to weather conditions and vehicle fumes during fueling and cleaning.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate school buses on assigned routes and for events and field trips.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections, perform routine fueling, and maintain clean, safe vehicles.
• Escort and instruct children on safety practices and lead annual evacuation drills.
• Maintain order and respectfully enforce discipline policies.
• Provide first aid and emergency assistance when needed.
• Submit required reports and participate in safety meetings, workshops, and training.
• Collaborate with other drivers and staff to support seamless transportation operations.

Benefits

• Free continental breakfast and lunch, plus discounted dinners.
• Annual professional development stipend.
• Shoe vouchers.
• Paid membership to CASTO (California Association of School Transportation Officials).
• Competitive pay and excellent benefits (specific benefit plans are not listed).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed