Bus Driver at Transportation (2026-2027)

School Bus/Van Driver College Community Schools is offering a new hiring bonus of $500 for new bus drivers hired after June 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 school year. The hiring bonus will be paid in two $250 installments. The first $250 will be received after completing 60 working days and the second $250 payment will be made after 90 working days. Additionally, the starting hourly wage for bus drivers is $24.35/hr. Based upon prior experience, up to 10 years previous experience as a bus driver is given towards placement on the salary schedule! Paid training and holidays. Optional additional benefits. Confidential criminal history and drug testing are required. Must have an acceptable driving record. Approximately 20-30 hours per week. To apply, contact the Director of Transportation, Kris Hartgrave, at khartgrave@crprairie.org or by phone at (319) 848-5204. College Community is an E.O.E.Preparation, Experience, Skills Maintain a valid Iowa Drivers License appropriate for the vehicle assigned including required endorsements and restriction removals. Maintain an Iowa Department of Education School Bus Driver's Permit. Maintain a driving record satisfactory to the District and the District's insurance carrier. Ability to recognize and perform job tasks with a minimum of supervision. Adhere to all federal, state and local rules and regulations pertaining to the safe operation of a school bus. Complete all paperwork and tasks as required. Attend all in-service meetings and classes of instruction as required by the Department of Education and the College Community School District. Principle DutiesUnder the supervision of the Director of Transportation, ensure that each student assigned to ride a bus during regular routes and/or extra curricular trips is afforded a safe and comfortable ride. Clean assigned vehicle for the purpose of maintaining appearance, sanitation and safety of the vehicle. Conduct pre and post trip inspections, appropriately documenting and reporting all deficiencies. Direct the students regarding appropriate conduct for the purpose of enforcing rules, regulations, laws and safety. Maintain regular and appropriate attendance and be on time for assignment(s) for the purpose of meeting the needs of the students and the district. Other duties as may be assigned Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Ability to complete all required tasks independently. Ability to stand/walk for extended periods of time as necessary. Ability to drive for an extended period of time. Ability to use hands for repetitive pushing, pulling, grasping and fine manipulation. Ability to use feet for repetitive motion consistent with operating assigned vehicles. Ability to bend, squat and climb stairs frequently. Sufficient strength and agility to assist riders with ingress and egress during normal transportation and in emergency situations. Sufficient strength and agility to assure students are placed in and is utilizing appropriate restraint devices. Sufficient strength and agility to protect students from harm by themselves or others. Ability to withstand inclement weather conditions. Ability to withstand moderate noise levels from vehicles and students. Ability to maintain intense concentration while performing multiple tasks and avoid excessive mental or emotional fatigue. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties. Must be able to bend arms, torso, and neck. Must be able to occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs such as assisting children or moving/rearranging furniture. Specific vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to supervise students in all types of weather, meet multiple demands from several people, and interact with the public and other staff. Noise level is quiet to loud. Work may be indoors and/or outdoors. Work may be in non-air conditioned rooms and vehicles. Tobacco and alcohol-free environment. Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public. May include evenings. Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students. The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. These statements are not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his or her supervision. The regular school year (180 days) plus any extra trips that may be assigned per the terms of the Meet and Confer Agreement.