What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at Mecosta-Osceola ISD?
Title: School Bus Driver
Start date: As soon as possible
Classification/FLSA: Union | Non-Exempt
Duration: Full-time school year position, AM and PM route
Reports to: Transportation Director
Location: Mecosta-Osceola ISD
Position Summary: The School Bus Driver is an essential part of the MOISD team, providing safe and reliable transportation to ensure that every child receives a quality public education.
Professional Requirements / Education and Experience
- Preference is given to a candidate who has experience and or training with special needs children.
- Minimum of high school diploma.
- Must possess, or be able to obtain, all certificates, licenses, endorsements, and permits as required for a school bus driver by state and local authorities: Valid Michigan driver’s license, Commercial Driver License (CDL), Air Brake Endorsement, (P) Passenger Endorsement & (S) School Bus Endorsement
- Must be at least 18 years of age with minimum 5 years driving experience and clean driving record.
- Familiarity with vehicle maintenance best practices.
- Knowledge of safety standards, laws, codes, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to pupil transportation.
- Must consent to and pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing and DOT physical.
- Must pass a criminal history background investigation conducted by the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Essential Duties
- Flexible and willing to adapt to changing situations and conditions while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Ability to work in harmony with fellow employees and the public at large.
- Effectively make decisions quickly and displaying good judgment.
- Excellent navigational ability, including reading and interpreting GPS and physical road and street maps.
- Ability to lift up to 60 pounds and in good physical condition.
- Contribute positively to the overall quality and operation of the transportation department.
- Complete pre-trip inspections and maintain bus safety and hygiene standards.
- Additional duties as assigned by the Transportation Director.
Compensation: $26.50 - 27.50 hourly
Benefits: Employee medical with health savings account, dental, vision, life/add & ltd, employee assistance program; MPSERS retirement; Paid sick and personal leave; Paid holidays; Annual bonus; Professional development opportunities.
Posting date: 07/08/2026
Application deadline: 07/18/2026 or until filled.
Please submit cover letter, resumé and references, and transcripts/certifications to:
Dana Boglarsky, Human Resources Specialist
Email: jobs@moisd.org
Mecosta-Osceola Intermediate School District
15760 190th Avenue, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.50 - $27.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- School bus driving: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CDL B (Preferred)
- School Bus Endorsement (Preferred)
- Air Brake Endorsement (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $27 - $28