What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver- MankatoPublic School position at Palmer Bus Service?
Drive a Route That Fits Your Life.
Looking for a rewarding career with a schedule that leaves your evenings, weekends, and holidays free?
Join Palmer Bus Service as a School Bus Driver serving Mankato Public Schools and become an important part of your community by safely transporting students to and from school each day.
Why You'll Love Driving in Shakopee
Base Pay: Starting at $22.00 per hour
Consistent Hours: Average drivers work 25–32 hours per week.
Three-Tier School Schedule: Morning routes typically run 6:15 AM – 9:00 AM and afternoon routes 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM.
Earn Even More: Pick up optional athletic events, field trips, and extracurricular activity trips to add hours and income. You might even get paid to watch your own kids compete!
Family-Friendly Schedule: Nights, weekends, holidays, and summers off, with opportunities for additional work when you want it.
Paid CDL Training: No experience? We'll train you to earn your Class B CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements.
Great Part-Time Career: Perfect for parents, retirees, veterans, career changers, and anyone looking for meaningful work with flexibility.
What You'll Do
As a School Bus Driver, you'll safely transport students to and from school while creating a positive, welcoming environment every day.
Your responsibilities include:
- Safely transporting students along assigned routes.
- Performing daily pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections.
- Enforcing student safety and behavior expectations.
- Following all traffic laws and company safety procedures.
- Reporting accidents, incidents, or maintenance concerns.
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and reliable bus.
- Opportunities to drive athletic teams, field trips, and extracurricular events for additional hours.
- Participating in required meetings and training.
What We're Looking For
- Valid Minnesota Class B CDL with School Bus and Passenger Endorsements, or the ability to obtain one within 90 days (paid training provided).
- Commitment to safety and excellent customer service.
- Dependable, patient, and professional.
- Strong communication skills with students, parents, and school staff.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Requirements
This position primarily involves sitting while driving (approximately 90%), with occasional walking and standing.
Make a Difference Every Day
At Palmer Bus Service, you're more than a driver—you become a trusted part of each student's school day. Whether you're driving a daily route, taking the football team to a Friday night game, or transporting students to a field trip, you'll play an important role in helping Shakopee students succeed—both in the classroom and beyond.
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22