Bus Driver 2026-2027

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT STAFF

JOB TITLE: BUS DRIVER

CALENDAR: 1903FT FULLTIME OR 1803PT PART TIME (9 MONTH)

SALARY: GRADE 111 (SUPPORT HOURLY)

Job Goal:

Provide safe and efficient transportation services for the district

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of - or ability to receive during the initial training process - Arizona commercial drivers license and State bus drivers current Department of Public Safety certification
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Successful driving record for the past five years
• Bus or heavy automotive equipment driving experience preferred
• Ability to complete the current States physical performance test for school bus drivers
• Strong communications and human relations skills
• Ability to work with various groups teachers administrators and students
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to pass the Arizona Department of Transportation physical and Federal drug and alcohol tests
• Knowledge of and adherence to all policies regulations and procedures
• Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core Job Functions:

• Participate in the bus safety drill program for all schools as required while maintaining and submitting all necessary records for the program
• Run the assigned schedule efficiently according to the written route sheet varying only after consultation and approval from the routing coordinator
• Perform a thorough and quality pre-and post-trip inspection of all assigned vehicles reporting any mechanical and/or safety defects in the proper manner
• Maintain the highest degree of driving safety in varied weather and road conditions
• Understand and practice the most current defensive driving techniques
• Record all trip and route information on appropriate forms according to department policy
• Guide and instruct the bus attendant in a cooperative fashion when an attendant is assigned
• Transport only authorized students and student chaperones/teachers/coaches
• Immediately report all incidents/accidents to the proper authorities according to policy and procedure and complete all necessary reports as directed by the supervisor
• Keep current on all personal certification requirements required for the position and make arrangements with the training coordinator for any needed updates
• Participate in district and department service programs and professional growth programs
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner being a positive role model to others
• Make the well-being of students the fundamental value in all decision-making
• Perform all duties safely and prudently as directed and follow all district policies

Core Values:

• Excellenceinall we do. No matter how large or small we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value a quality and our most important product.
• Equityandfairness in all things. Education is the great leveler and we intend for all our students staff and patrons to have the opportunity tools and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaborationisan effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrityissimply non-negotiable. Honesty integrity and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiencyisthe essence of being a good steward of public trust. Our community supports us because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Respond to all internal and external customers as it relates to position in a prompt efficient friendly and patient manner
• Function effectively as a team member
• Be responsible reliable and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Maintain courteous cooperative working relationships with students staff and parents
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements Bus Drivers and Bus Attendants

This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties.

Physical Demands: You may be required to do the following tasks frequently:

• Standing walking stooping kneeling crouching and sitting.
• Using finger or manual dexterity and repetitive finger motion.
• Speaking hearing and seeing (with or without correction).
• Maintaining focus for extended periods.

Lifting & Force: The job involves lifting and moving objects with the following frequency:

• Occasionally: up to 50 pounds of force.
• Frequently: up to 30 pounds of force.
• Constantly: up to 30 pounds of force.

Working Environment: You may encounter some of the following conditions:

• Travel odors dust and poor ventilation.
• Limited workspace loud noises and bloodborne pathogens.

Additional Requirements

• You must be able to pass a physical performance test in accordance with the Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Arizona Administrative Code.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Updated 9/8/25

Required Experience:

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