Job Description
Join Mesa's premier education team as a School Bus Driver and become a vital part of our students' daily journey! We're seeking compassionate professionals to ensure safe, reliable transportation for 30,000+ students across 120+ routes. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits (health/dental/vision), paid training, and a predictable schedule aligned with the academic calendar. Your role directly supports educational access while fostering a positive environment for our community's children.
What We Offer:
- Hourly pay with annual step increases
- Full benefits package including retirement plans
- Paid CDL training and certification
- Summer off with optional extra driving opportunities
- Modern fleet with climate-controlled buses
Responsibilities
- Safely operate school buses on designated routes following strict schedules
- Conduct pre/post-trip inspections and maintenance reports
- Implement student safety protocols during loading/unloading
- Manage bus behavior with positive reinforcement techniques
- Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and school staff
- Adapt routes for field trips and extracurricular activities
- Maintain accurate attendance and incident documentation
- Participate in emergency preparedness drills
Qualifications
- Valid Arizona CDL with School Bus (S) endorsement
- Minimum 2 years commercial driving experience
- Pass DOT physical and drug screening
- Clean driving record (no major violations in 3 years)
- First Aid/CPR certification (training provided)
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and assist mobility-impaired students
- Background clearance through fingerprinting
- Strong communication and conflict resolution skills