Part -Time Special Trips School Bus Driver

Part
-Time Special Trips School Bus Driver

Lake County School District Region 1 Transportation - Leadville, Colorado Open in Google Maps

Job : 5539779 Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Feb 19, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Part
-Time Special Trips School Bus Driver

Prepared Date: February 2026

Compensation: $25.50/hour - hours variable according to trip requirements. Some trips on weekends. Part time, hourly position.

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Work Year: Most trips take place during the school year. During busy seasons, drivers may have the opportunity to work 2–3 trips per week. Trip availability is dependent upon scheduling needs and whether full-time drivers elect to cover assignments.

Reports To: Transportation Director

Position Summary: Provide safe, reliable transportation for student-athletes and coaching staff to and from extracurricular activities and athletic events, primarily on Fridays and Saturdays. This role supports student participation in school-sponsored programs by ensuring a safe and positive travel experience.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Safely operate a school bus transporting students and staff to out-of-town athletic and activity trips.
• Trips typically include 1–3 hours of travel to the event location, 2–4 hours of paid wait time during the event, and 1–3 hours of return travel to Leadville. Tournament travel may involve longer paid wait times.
• Maintain full control of the vehicle at all times and remain alert and attentive throughout transport.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections to ensure the bus is in safe operating condition prior to departure.
• Provide supervision and assistance to students when entering and exiting the bus and when crossing streets.
• Safely load and unload passengers using wheelchair lifts and appropriate safety equipment as needed.
• Perform emergency evacuation procedures during out-of-town trips as required.
• Clean the bus interior and exterior windows following trips.
• Complete required logs, reports, and trip documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Promptly report breakdowns, delays, emergencies, or safety concerns to the Transportation Department.
• Attend required in-service trainings, including CPR and First Aid certification, and complete required physical examinations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Training: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent vocational school or short term courses

• Must obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). District-paid training is provided; CDL required within 1–2 months of hire.
• Must obtain a valid Colorado “B” license with P2-S endorsement within 1–2 months of hire.
• Must successfully pass and maintain a current Federal Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). examination.
• Must pass the Federal DOT drug test and comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required within 3 months of hire (training provided as needed).
• Must pass all required background checks for employment in a school setting.
• Demonstrated safe driving practices and effective communication skills.
• Ability to work positively and appropriately with students, including individuals with special needs.
• Knowledge of pre-trip inspection procedures, safe backing techniques, and mountain/terrain driving skills preferred at hire; required within 2 months of hire.
• Operating knowledge of various school buses, equipment used to support individuals with disabilities (including lifts and securement systems), and use of tire chains preferred at hire; required within 2 months of hire.

Experience: No experience required. Previous truck or bus driving experience preferred.

Supervision/Technical Responsibility: This job has no supervisory responsibilities; however, this position…