Job Description

Payette School District has the following opening for the 2025-2026 school year:

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

Applicant must be at least 21 years old, have a clean driving record, and possess a current CDL, class B with school bus and airbrake endorsements. Applicant must pass a background check, submit a drug test, and pass a physical. The driver must be able to operate the bus, observing all laws, rules, and regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma

Hold a Class B Commercial Driver's License with passenger endorsement

Meet the physical examination standards of the federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy

Is twenty-one years of age or older

Minimum safe driving experience as determined by the Board

Ability to pass a physical agility test and prove the ability to evacuate the bus, including the ability to move students

Pass a pre-employment drug test and random drug tests while employed

Must not be addicted to the use of intoxicants or narcotics

Have an excellent driving record

Ability to pass CPR and first aid courses

Knowledge of bus passenger safety and effective discipline procedures

Sufficient mechanical aptitude to diagnose minor problems and make appropriate repairs

Able to maintain passenger discipline to ensure their safety and well-being and to protect against vandalism

Works well with students, staff, and parents

Awareness of and commitment to proper bus maintenance

Able to sit and occasionally required to walk or stand

Able to grasp tools and occasionally lift or move up the seventy-five pounds

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Maintain confidentiality of staff and students

COMPENSATION:

Beginning at $24.00 per hour DOE. Extra hours and pay opportunities available for school and sports trips.

Submit the completed application and upload a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation

Payette School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Positions are open until filled. All recommendations for hire are tentative offers. Employment is contingent upon board approval, and successful completion of a federal background check and drug-free workplace pre-employment screening (if required for the position). Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.