Bus Driver - Utility Route

BUS DRIVER - UTILITY ROUTE

Job Posting ID: 129Location(s): TRANSPORTATIONEmployment Type: Part TimeJob Type: Classified - Part TimePosted Date: 05/20/2026Deadline: Until FilledPay: $26.71 - $30.78Hours per Day: 4:00:00

Summary

Operates school buses under all types of weather conditions including, but not limited to, fog, rain, hail, sleet, snow and ice. Transports students and other authorized persons over regular "to and from school" routes, and on field and extracurricular activity trips as authorized by school district officials.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Screening for minimum qualifications and district screening will be conducted on a rolling basis beginning June 4, 2026, and may be extended to ensure a robust and competitive applicant pool.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum age of 21.
• Clearance for state and national background checks as a result of fingerprinting; successfully pass criminal records check
• Obtain authorization from Washington State Superintendent of Public Instruction by successfully completing the School Bus Driver Training course.
• Must possess a valid Washington State Commercial driver's license with the proper endorsements.
• Meet the physical and mental standards necessary to perform the duties, tasks and responsibilities of a school bus driver as described in this job description.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to learn and follow prescribed routes and time schedules.
• Have at least one year of experience as a driver of a truck or commercial vehicle requiring a special endorsement or, in the alternative, at least three years of experience as a driver of a passenger vehicle.
• Hold a current and valid first-aid card which certifies the applicant has completed a course in first aid.
• Record of dependability, punctuality, flexibility and strong attendance

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

• Sufficient command of the English language to communicate with students, parents, district staff members and other concerned people regarding all aspects of their job-related activities.
• Every authorized school bus driver must continue to meet the following physical requirements:
• Is physically able to maneuver and control a school bus under all driving conditions; and
• Is physically able to use all controls and equipment found on state minimum specified school buses; and
• Is physically able to perform daily routine school bus vehicle safety inspections; and
• Has sufficient strength and agility to move about in a school bus as required to provide assistance to students in evacuating a bus. The driver must be able to move from a seated position in a sixty-five passenger bus, or the largest school bus the driver will be operating, to the emergency door, all within twenty-five seconds. A school district may develop and implement an alternative assessment of physical strength and agility. The alternate assessment must be submitted by the school district superintendent for approval by OSPI; and
• Provide verification of holding a current valid medical examiners certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following conditions:

• Significant: (i.e. driving, sitting, talking, hearing, walking, vision, color vision, peripheral/depth perception, ability to adjust focus, grasping, handling paperwork, repetitive motion, lifting up to 10 pounds)
• Frequent: (i.e. standing, bending, carrying)
• Occasional: (i.e. lifting over 10 pounds up to 45 pounds, reaching above the shoulder)

Significant - Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of time (5.5+ hrs/day)

Frequent - Occupation requires this activity from 33% to 66% of time (2.5 to 5.5+ hrs/day)

Occasional - Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of time (0 to 2.5+ hrs/day)

JOB STATEMENT

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the essential functions of this position, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, the scope of responsibilities, and the physical demands, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of the work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload. Changes to the position description may be made at the discretion of the employer.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate a school bus or other motor vehicle for the purpose of transporting students to and from school routinely on scheduled routes and or school activities both within and outside the school district boundaries.
• Maintain, inspect and clean school buses and related equipment as required by state and district policy: to include interior/exterior sweeping and washing, installation of fuel, oil and coolant, checking tire inflation, etc. Report any mechanical defects.
• Maintain good order among students, as related to safety, while the bus is in motion and while parked. Report unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
• Attend meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. For the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Complete forms, records and reports as required by the state or local school district policies.
• Report observations and/or incidents (e.g. discipline, accidents, inappropriate social behavior, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information to appropriate personnel for their action.
• Successfully complete school bus driver training programs and courses established by the State Superintendent of Public Instruction and the school district, including first aid courses and written and driving tests.
• Continue to comply with all the requirements for a school bus driver as set forth in Chapter 392-144 WAC and all other laws of the State of Washington, policies promulgated by the Superintendent of Public Instruction and other applicable local district policies.
• Operate and maintain all school bus equipment and accessories including but not limited to fire extinguishers, highway warning kits, body fluid kits, snow chains, sanders, first aid kits, etc.
• Submit to pre-employment, random, post accident, reasonable suspicion, return to duty and follow-up; testing for drugs and or alcohol as required by State and Federal Law.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Transportation Supervisor for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the unit.

BENEFITS

• Health Benefits - Positions anticipated to work 630 hours or more in a school calendar year are eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits. Benefits begin the first day of the month following the date of hire.
• Retirement System - Anyone eligible to belong to the retirement system must pay into the retirement system. Deferred Compensation and Tax-Sheltered Annuities - These are available to all staff.
• Annual/Vacation Leave - According to PSE negotiated vacation schedule, prorated for less than 260-day employees.
• Sick Leave - One day per month is earned for full-time employment. Less than full-time earn leave on a pro-rata basis.
• Holidays - Staff who are eligible for vacation are also eligible for paid holidays.
• Employee Assistant Program - An Employee Assistance Program is available to all staff.

NON 260 EMPLOYEE - NON -WORK DAYS

Labor Day (approx two days off)

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving (approx three days off)

Christmas Holiday, New Year's Day (approx two weeks off)

Martin Luther King Day

President's Day (approx two days off)

Spring Break ( five days off)

Summer Break (mid-June - mid-August)

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Naches Valley School District is to create a positive, supportive, growth-minded learning environment in order to reach the fullest potential in our schools, community, and life.

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