School Bus Driver

Jarnik Buses, Inc. • King City, MO

4d • Onsite

About The Position

School Bus Driver positions are available in King City, Maysville, and Stanberry. The driver safely transports students between home and school and ensures their safety and well-being throughout the journey. The role involves maintaining an orderly, calm, and safe bus environment, inspecting and maintaining the bus, following traffic laws and school safety protocols, and attending required safety meetings and training. Split shifts run Monday through Friday, with route-dependent morning hours typically between 6 a.m. and 9 a.m. and afternoon hours typically between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Additional activity trips or charters may be available as needed, and weekend work is available.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license.
• Must pass a background check, DOT physical, and DOT drug screening.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and maintain reliable attendance.
• Willingness to obtain a DOT license; paid training is provided.
• Passion for working with children and dedication to their safety.
• Strong communication skills and a positive, professional attitude.

Nice To Haves

• DOT license holders with endorsements to drive a bus route are eligible for the $2,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport children from home to school and from school to home.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children on the bus.
• Maintain an orderly, calm, and safe environment on the bus.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections before and after each route.
• Report required repairs or maintenance to the team.
• Complete and submit mileage reports for routes driven.
• Keep the bus clean, tidy, and in mechanically sound condition.
• Follow traffic laws and school safety protocols.
• Attend monthly safety meetings and other required training.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $1,000 for non-DOT license holders or $2,000 for DOT license holders with endorsements to drive a bus route.
• Flexible schedule.
• Referral program.
• Dental and vision coverage available.
• 401(k) with match.
• Paid training to help obtain a DOT license.

What This Job Offers

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