Job Duties Full-Time. 30-39 hours. Start Date: August 2, 2026.

To carry out the responsibilities, bus drivers will have the skills or training in these areas: Traffic and safety laws, First Aid and CPR, daily maintenance checks, record-keeping, understanding child behavior, constructive discipline and defensive driving skills. Ability to submit accurate and timely data. Flexibility. Good oral communication skills, often working with distractions. Medium work, lifting 40-60 pounds, with frequent lifting/carrying up to 40-60 pounds. Mobility in and out of bus. Able to sit to drive the duration of all scheduled bus routes. Able to perform maintenance checks to buses.

Minimum Education Required -High School Diploma or equivalent required.

-Must possess a Class C driver's license with passenger endorsement (CDL/P) and car insurance.

-CPR / First Aid certified or willingness to obtain.

Minimum Experience Required Prior experience transporting children in a similar setting preferred.

Shift First (Day)

Number of Openings 1

Veterans Encouraged to Apply Yes

Physical Required Yes

Drug Test Required Yes

Compensation $16.56 - $19.17 / Hourly

Postal Code 56187

Job Type Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

283

Job Benefits

Benefit package includes PTO, paid holidays, and available health, life, dental and vision insurance. Simple IRA/Roth company match.

Application Instructions

Application forms are available at SMOC, 1106 3rd Avenue, Worthington, on our website at www.smoc.us, or by calling 507-376-4195. Applications are accepted via email to kbursell@smoc.us, fax (507)376-3636, or can be dropped off at the SMOC Worthington office.

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