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School Bus Driver

State of Maine

Augusta, Maine

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$15.10–$19.92 Per Month
SKILLS
Background Investigation, Bus Driving, Buses, Communication Skills, Federal Laws and Regulations, Health Insurance, Licensing, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, State Government, State Laws and Regulations, Student Conduct, University/School Policies, University/School Regulations
LOCATION
Augusta, Maine
POSTED
2 days ago
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Education in the Unorganized Territory

- Anticipated Vacancy -

Opening Date: May 22, 2026

Closing Date: June 08, 2026

Grade / Admin Unit: 10 / Operation/Maintenance

Job Class Code: 8000

Salary: $15.10 - $19.92/Hourly

Position Number: 014286162

Position Type: Part-Time 20 hours weekly

Location: Silver Ridge

Currently, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or STEM OPT extensions.

Join the Education in the Unorganized Territory to support the Silver Ridge area students!

Experience the rewards of working in a close-knit learning community where every role truly matters. As a school bus driver, you will play a vital part in ensuring students arrive at school and return home safely each day. Your commitment to safety, reliability, and care helps create a positive start and finish to every student's day. From following established routes and enforcing safety rules to maintaining a clean and well-kept bus, your work supports a safe and welcoming environment for our students. This is an opportunity to be part of a dedicated team that values safety, responsibility, and community.

REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

This position is responsible for safely operating a school bus to transport students to and from school and school-related activities. Key duties include enforcing bus rules to maintain student discipline, reporting any violations or incidents, conducting pre- and post-trip inspections, scheduling and reporting maintenance needs, and keeping the bus clean. The role also involves completing required reports and ensuring students are picked up and dropped off at authorized stops in compliance with school policies and safety regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of Maine Motor Vehicle laws.
  • Knowledge of local, state, and federal rules and regulations pertaining to school buses and drivers.
  • Ability to maintain order and discipline on the bus.
  • Ability to communicate and work in a positive manner with staff and pupils.
  • Ability to perform minor maintenance and adjustments to bus.
  • Ability to lift independently objects weighing up to 70 pounds.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent, 21 years of age, and no criminal and driving violations.

LICENSING/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Maine Class B Motor Vehicle Operator's License with passenger and school bus indorsement.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume.

In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

CONTACT INFORMATION: For more information or questions specific to the position, please contact recruiting.ggsc@maine.gov

The selected candidate will be required to pass the required background checks (fingerprinting may be required) as a condition of employment.

Benefits of working for the State of Maine:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
  • Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
  • Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
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