925 Bus Driver - Non CDL (3 Positions)

Date Revised

September 2026

Status

Non-Exempt

Salary Level

Classified Salary Schedule (F)

Work Year

10 months

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Previous driving experience preferred

Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Valid AZ Driver’s license

Must be willing to obtain a CDL

Job Goal

Provides transportation of students to and from school and school events by safely and efficiently operating and maintaining 11-15 passenger buses, wheelchair lift buses and other vehicles.

Essential Duties

Drives school bus (11-15 passengers) in accordance with AZ Department of

Public Safety Minimum Standards.

Performs required daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on assigned bus.

Pick up and drop off ESS students at designated stops.

Picks up and transports all school-related students from assigned locations to and from

school and school-related events following approved schedules.

Maintains order during trips and ensures adherence to safety rules.

Reports and submits misconduct reports on undisciplined students.

Prepares logs and reports related to trips and to maintenance.

Reports and submits maintenance/repair requests on all mechanical needs or defects to

assigned bus.

Keeps assigned bus in orderly, safe and clean condition.

Reports any unusual circumstances that may occur during daily operation.

Reports all accidents involving assigned bus or students on appropriate form as required

by District and State.

Reports on any road hazards.

Administers first aid, if necessary.

Maintains a pleasant but firm rapport with student passengers.

Knows/obeys all traffic laws and observes/enforces all mandatory Board, State and Federal

rules and regulations pertaining to the safe operation of a school bus.

Reports traffic law violators regarding the safety of school children.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Certificates/Licenses

Valid Arizona Driver’s License with Passenger/School Bus Endorsement

Must pass physical certification

Ability to take and pass random drug tests

First Aid and CPR certificate

Driver will be placed at Step 1 during training period

Physical Effort

Routine lifting of moderately heavy items and physical exertion

Working Environment

Occasional discomforts and/or risks from exposure to noise or dirt and dust

Supervision Given

None

Supervision Received

Transportation Supervisor