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Facility Maintenance, Security, Gardener & Bus Driver, Soaring Wings International Montessori School, Park City, $22/hour plus a $2/hour Health Stipend plus $1/hour end of year attendance bonus
Free shuttle from & to Salt Lake Valley
Free EV charging while at school
Job Duties and Responsibilities
A. Provide facility maintenance & security
B. Drive bus on school activity trips
C. Must possess a mechanical aptitude
D. Rendering support to all programs and employees when necessary
E. Assisting teachers in working with children and in obtaining supplies
F. Supervising children on the playground, in the classroom, and on field trips
G. Communicating information about children to the teacher regarding health, safety, problems, concerns, injuries, etc.
H. Obtaining materials and supplies necessary for instructional activities
I. Obtaining, serving, and cleaning up for snacks, lunches, parties, and other activities
J. General housekeeping chores
K. Maintain safe conditions at all times whether in the classroom, on the playground or on a field trip
L. Gardening & grounds keeping
M. Shoveling snow and sweeping and de-icing steps and sidewalks
N. Able to administer first aid when necessary
Behavior Standards
A. Performing all work in accordance with the policies of Soaring Wings International Montessori School
B. Treating all parents, children and employees in a courteous and friendly manner
C. Keeping any discussion of children’s behavior confidential and sharing only with their teacher
D. Bringing any concerns or problems to the attention of the teacher
E. Making the emotional and social needs of the children the highest priority at all times.
Essential Functions
A. Must be able to observe, see, hear and respond to children’s needs, emergencies, and conflicts that might occur in a classroom, on a playground, in bathrooms, and in common areas
B. Must be able to lift 30 pounds from the floor to a waist high table ten times daily
C. Must be able to reach a child 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person’s health
D. Must be able to crouch to a child’s height, maintain eye contact at the child’s level, sit on the floor, move from floor to feet several times each hour and stand tall enough to reach children on the highest piece of equipment
E. Must be able to determine cognitive, social and physical needs of children, and communicate in writing and verbally in the English language at a level that 95% of parents and other staff are able to understand and respond
F. Must be able to move ten children to safety quickly in case of emergency
G. Must be able to use bleach, alcohol and/or Simple Green as disinfectant
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Application Question(s):
- Can you pass a background check? (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Park City, UT 84098 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Facility Maintenance, Security, Gardener & Bus Driver, Soaring Wings International Montessori School, Park City, $22/hour plus a $2/hour Health Stipend plus $1/hour end of year attendance bonus
Free shuttle from & to Salt Lake Valley
Free EV charging while at school
Job Duties and Responsibilities
A. Provide facility maintenance & security
B. Drive bus on school activity trips
C. Must possess a mechanical aptitude
D. Rendering support to all programs and employees when necessary
E. Assisting teachers in working with children and in obtaining supplies
F. Supervising children on the playground, in the classroom, and on field trips
G. Communicating information about children to the teacher regarding health, safety, problems, concerns, injuries, etc.
H. Obtaining materials and supplies necessary for instructional activities
I. Obtaining, serving, and cleaning up for snacks, lunches, parties, and other activities
J. General housekeeping chores
K. Maintain safe conditions at all times whether in the classroom, on the playground or on a field trip
L. Gardening & grounds keeping
M. Shoveling snow and sweeping and de-icing steps and sidewalks
N. Able to administer first aid when necessary
Behavior Standards
A. Performing all work in accordance with the policies of Soaring Wings International Montessori School
B. Treating all parents, children and employees in a courteous and friendly manner
C. Keeping any discussion of children’s behavior confidential and sharing only with their teacher
D. Bringing any concerns or problems to the attention of the teacher
E. Making the emotional and social needs of the children the highest priority at all times.
Essential Functions
A. Must be able to observe, see, hear and respond to children’s needs, emergencies, and conflicts that might occur in a classroom, on a playground, in bathrooms, and in common areas
B. Must be able to lift 30 pounds from the floor to a waist high table ten times daily
C. Must be able to reach a child 30 feet away within 30 seconds without danger to the staff person’s health
D. Must be able to crouch to a child’s height, maintain eye contact at the child’s level, sit on the floor, move from floor to feet several times each hour and stand tall enough to reach children on the highest piece of equipment
E. Must be able to determine cognitive, social and physical needs of children, and communicate in writing and verbally in the English language at a level that 95% of parents and other staff are able to understand and respond
F. Must be able to move ten children to safety quickly in case of emergency
G. Must be able to use bleach, alcohol and/or Simple Green as disinfectant
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Application Question(s):
- Can you pass a background check? (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Park City, UT 84098 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- First Student73
- Dean Transportation49
- Rohrer Bus19
- IDEA Public Schools17
- Transdev14
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in bus driver jobs.
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B or Class A with passenger endorsement
- Clean motor vehicle record with no major violations in the past three to five years
- Ability to pass a DOT physical examination and pre-employment drug screening
- Experience operating full-size buses or coaches in a professional or commercial setting
- School bus endorsement (S endorsement) for positions with school districts or transportation contractors
- Strong knowledge of defensive driving techniques and state-specific traffic laws
Tips for Your Bus Driver Job Search
Highlight your CDL class and endorsements
Your CDL class and any endorsements, such as passenger or school bus, should appear at the top of your resume, not buried in a skills list. Hiring managers scan for these first, and missing them means your application gets passed over immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists bus driver openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your CDL class, route type, and location and apply directly to each listing without bouncing between sites.
Tailor your resume to the route type
A school bus resume should emphasize student management and bell-schedule reliability. A motor coach resume should lead with long-haul mileage and passenger service. Match your experience to the specific route environment the employer runs.
Request and clean up your MVR early
Most employers pull your motor vehicle record before the offer stage. Get your own copy first so there are no surprises. If there are minor infractions, be ready to address them directly and factually during your interview rather than waiting to be asked.
Prepare for a pre-hire road test
Nearly every bus driving interview includes a behind-the-wheel evaluation, not just a conversation. Practice pre-trip inspection narration out loud so you can walk an evaluator through each step smoothly, since hesitation on the inspection is a common reason candidates fail.
Ask about split-shift structure before accepting
Many transit and school routes involve a morning block and an afternoon block with unpaid hours in between. Ask specifically how the schedule is structured and whether full-time benefits apply, so you can compare offers accurately and avoid a mismatch after you start.
Bus Driver Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most bus drivers?
The companies hiring the most bus drivers right now include First Student, Dean Transportation, and Rohrer Bus, with the largest share of openings in New York, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Transit authorities and school transportation contractors consistently account for the largest share of active postings nationwide.
How many bus driver jobs are remote?
About 1% of bus driver openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since the role requires physically operating a vehicle on a set route. The small remote share tends to cover dispatch coordination, scheduling, or fleet operations support roles that sit adjacent to driving but do not require being behind the wheel.
How do you become a bus driver?
Start by obtaining a Commercial Driver's License at a state-licensed CDL training program, choosing Class B for most bus types. Add a passenger endorsement by passing the written knowledge test for that category. Complete a DOT physical and drug screening, then apply to employers who provide paid route training before your first solo assignment.
Can you get hired as a bus driver with little or no experience?
Yes. Many transit agencies and school districts hire candidates with a valid CDL and a clean driving record even if they have never driven a bus commercially. Employers typically provide paid training on their specific vehicle type and route system. A strong driving history in any large vehicle, such as a delivery truck or moving van, strengthens your application significantly.
What does the bus driver interview process look like?
Most bus driver hiring processes include an application review, a motor vehicle record check, a DOT physical and drug screen, and a structured interview covering safety judgment and schedule reliability. The final stage is nearly always a road test or pre-trip inspection evaluation conducted on the employer's actual vehicle. Some school district positions also require a background check before a conditional offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to bus driver jobs?
You can find and apply to bus driver jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your CDL class, preferred route type, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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