Bus Driver / Activities Driver

Payette School District has the following openings for the 2026-2027 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.

Regular School Bus Drivers are individuals who driver students to and from school each day.

ACTIVITIES 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.

Activities Drivers are individuals willing to work as needed to driver students to athletic contests and other student activities.

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 $25.00 per hour DOE.
• Extra hours and pay opportunities available for school and sports trips.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit the completed application and upload a resume

Legal References:

• I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools
• I.C. § 33-513 Professional Personnel
• I.C. § 33-515 Issuance of Renewable Contracts
• I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance
• IDAPA. 08.02.02.022 Endorsements A-D
• IDAPA 08.02.02.023 Endorsements E-L
• IDAPA 08.02.02.0234 Endorsements M-Z
• IDAPA 08.02.02.120 Local District Evaluation Policy—Teacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders

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.

All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. 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.