Vehicle Driver - Transportation
Salary
See Position Description
Location
Transportation Main Office, 4002 S. Cedar St., WA
Job Type
Full time
Job Number
26-27-05379
Department
Business Support Services
Division
Transportation
Opening Date
08/10/2026
Closing Date
8/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
Tacoma Public Schools
Expected Start Date: September 1, 2026 or sooner
FTE: 1.0
Hours per day: 8.0
Salary Level: BDV/04/2, $30.296hr
Work Hours: 6:00am - 9:30am & 1:00pm - 4:30pm (with lunch in-between)
Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.
Examples Of Duties
This position operates vans or cars to transport students and other authorized persons on all types of District approved activities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Drives a school van or car on scheduled routes and/or on all types of District approved activities inside and outside District boundaries.
Services, inspects, and cleans school van or car and related equipment to ensure compliance with state and District regulations.
Maintains control of student passengers as related to safety; reports unsafe acts or conditions which require the attention of any person other than the driver.
Completes forms, records, and reports to ensure compliance with state and District regulations.
Attends meetings and completes any training programs as required by the state and the District; maintains and follows current knowledge of all laws and policies established by the state.
OTHER JOB DUTIES
Performs basic first aid, as necessary.
Aids in loading and unloading students from van or car; assists passengers in evacuating van or car in emergency situations.
Performs related duties as assigned, on a temporary basis.
Regular, reliable, predictable attendance or physical presence is an essential job requirement and critical to the performance of the work.
CONDITIONS
May be required to work outdoors in inclement weather; may be required to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, crouch, walk, twist, climb, and/or be mobile.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
High school graduation or equivalent; five years of experience as a licensed driver of a passenger vehicle, and completion of van driver training programs; or any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.
Licenses/Special Requirements
Valid Washington State driver's license
Proof of acceptable driving record for the past five years
School bus driver authorization, as provided by the District
First aid and CPR card or required to obtain within first 30 days of employment
Must be 21 years of age
Compliance with State Board of Education Requirements for Bus Drivers (WAC 180-20)
Fingerprints and successful WSP and FBI background clearance/sexual misconduct clearance obtained by the District prior to working with the District
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of state and District policies regarding school van or car transportation
Knowledge of basic first aid and CPR
Skill in obtaining, clarifying, and exchanging information
Ability to physically move in an overturned van or car and assist students
Ability to demonstrate reasonable, reliable, and regular attendance
Ability to operate communications equipment
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of people in a multi-cultural, diverse socio-economic setting
This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. District administration has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the primary functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance the workload.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Tacoma Public Schools does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, ethnicity, creed, religion, color, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, homelessness, disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination:
Civil Rights Coordinator, Gender-Inclusive Schools Coordinator, and Title IX Coordinator:
Tiffany Davis-Brantley
253-571-1252, civilrights@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Section 504 Coordinator: Laura Tuman
253-571-1086, 504Coordinator@tacoma.k12.wa.us
Tacoma Public Schools
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 1357
Tacoma, WA 98401-1357
www.tacomaschools.org
Benefits: This job has the full range of benefits offered by Tacoma Public Schools.
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BD4: Do you have at least five years of experience as a licensed driver of a passenger vehicle?
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BD5: Have you been convicted of any of the following motor vehicle violations within the last five years? (a) Three or more speeding tickets, including driving too fast for conditions; (b) Hit and run driving; (c) Vehicular assault; (d) Vehicular homicide. If YES, attach a document to your application describing the nature of the violation, place, date, court, and final disposition.
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BD6: Have you been convicted of any of the following motor vehicle violations within the last five years? (e) Driving while intoxicated; (f) Being in physical control of a motor vehicle while intoxicated. If YES, attach a document to your application describing the nature of the violation, place, date, court, and final disposition.
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BD7: Have you been convicted of any of the following motor vehicle violations within the last five years? (g) Negligent driving in the first degree; (h) Reckless driving; (i) Any motor vehicle violation agreed to during a court proceeding as a result of an alcohol related driving infraction. If YES, attach a document to your application describing the nature of the violation, place, date, court, and final disposition.
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BD1: Do you certify that you have a High School Diploma or GED?
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ALL1: Do you certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Washington that your responses to the disclosure questions that you answer as part of your Candidate profile are true and correct as of the date of the application to this job requisition?
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ALL2: Do you certify that you meet each of the minimum qualifications for this specific position as outlined in the job description?
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ALL3: Do you certify that you are able and/or willing to perform each of the essential job functions of this position as outlined in the job description?
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BD2: Are you or will you be 21 years of age by the start date of this position?
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BD3: Do you have a valid Washington State Drivers license?
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Do you have prior experience in public transportation industry? Be sure this is outlined in your resume
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Do you have experience in a large urban school district or public transportation system? Be sure this is detailed in your application and resume
Required Question
Employer Tacoma Public Schools (WA)
Address PO Box 1357
Tacoma, Washington, 98401
Phone 253-571-1250
Website http://www.tacomaschools.org/
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