Substitute School Bus Driver

POSITION TITLE: Substitute School Bus Driver REPORTING TO: Director of Transportation SALARY: $23.00 per hour (2024-2025 rate) RESPONSIBILITIES: Drives a school bus on an assigned route and may perform minor maintenance tasks in connection with such operation; does related work as required. Job Qualifications Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations; ability to operate a bus under difficult driving and road conditions; ability to make minor repairs to the vehicle; get along well with children and command their respect; mechanical aptitude; mental alertness; dependability; good physical condition. Eligibility for the appropriate level New York State Driver's License at the time of application. Possession of a license at the time of appointment. Drivers must be at least 21 years of age Why Become a Bus Driver? Do you like to drive? Do you relate well to children? Are you looking for a part-time position that coordinates with your child’s school day? Do you want to earn a competitive wage for part-time work? Do you have a clean driving record? Have you recently retired? If any or all of the above apply…then becoming a bus driver may be the career for you. We will train you to get a commercial driver’s license. Great potential to move into a permanent part-time position with benefits. For more information on becoming a bus driver, please contact the South Colonie Transportation Department at (518) 869-8527, or visit the Bus Garage at 2 Winston Place, Albany, NY 12205. Application Deadline:06/13/2025 Civil Service Title: School Bus Driver Job Number: 2024BUSDRIVERSUB