School Bus Driver Job Fair - September 23

Chesterfield County Public Schools•Midlothian, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Chesterfield County Public Schools is actively seeking school bus drivers to join their team and serve a critical need by safely transporting students to and from school. This position offers a full-time work schedule with the option to take summers off, or a part-time position with flexible hours. No prior experience is required, and you will be paid while training for your CDL. The starting pay is $25.10/hr. (effective July 1, 2026), with potential for higher pay (up to $32.84/hr.) with previous CDL experience. Additionally, there's an opportunity to bring your children on the bus or drive your child's bus route.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
At least three years of driving experience.
A driving record that meets the standards of CCPS School Board Policy 5430.
Successful completion of First Aid and CPR courses.
Successful completion of auto-injectable epinephrine training (EpiPen).
Successful completion of Defensive Driving Course.
Meet physical qualifications for school bus drivers.
Successful completion of state-approved school bus driver training course.
Successful completion of FBI fingerprint background investigation.
Valid Commercial Driver's License.
Working knowledge of state and local school bus operation, laws and regulations and county geography.
Working knowledge of first aid procedures including CPR.
Demonstrated ability to operate a large vehicle safely and punctually in all weather conditions, using safe and defensive driving methods.
Demonstrated ability to maintain bus discipline and relate well to children, parents and staff.
Demonstrated ability to provide constant attention and assistance to a number of children at the same time, including children with special health conditions or disabilities.
Demonstrated ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting children.
Demonstrated ability to give and follow instructions, work well under stressful conditions or emergencies and maintain confidentiality.
Successful completion of State Police Criminal History Investigation.
Successful completion of Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation.
Successful completion of Tuberculosis Screening/Test.

Nice To Haves

Previous CDL experience

Responsibilities

Performs responsible and skilled work in transporting students to and from school and other school-sponsored activities.
Safely operates all types of school buses and maintains a regular schedule for picking up and dropping off students.
Makes daily safety inspections of the vehicle and equipment, ensuring regular maintenance and cleanliness.
Assists students on and off the vehicle and enforces safety and conduct regulations.
Maintains records and prepares required reports, including those on student disciplinary actions, incidents, or injuries.
Participates in and successfully passes all required training.
Provides basic first aid and/or prescribed health care as necessary for students.
Completes and submits monthly and weekly reports, including pre-trip inspection forms, mileage, student attendance, route forms, maintenance defect reports, student conduct referrals, vandalism and injury reports.
Communicates daily with the transportation supervisor, coordinators, and office manager regarding route revisions, student changes, or other transportation-related matters.
Communicates periodically with police, fire, rescue personnel, school administrators, teachers, parents, or other student transportation personnel regarding incidents, accidents, or as directed by the supervisor.
Provides direction to school bus attendants.