Veterans: No experience needed. Paid Training and CDL testing!
A great
responsibility and satisfaction combined together
Be a critical part of hundreds of students’ lives with a driving job you can love to get up to each day. Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug-free workplace. We have multiple opportunities and welcome you to apply for any position you feel you are qualified to perform.
Jeff Baird, our Transportation Director, and his staff work hard to ensure the students of Liberty are safely transported each day to their schools and back home. Jeff has passion for ensuring his bus drivers are the best in the KC metro and that our school buses are 100% safe. We recently were awarded the “Fleet of Excellence” award for the 2022-2023 school year!! That speaks to the dedication our transportation team provides to the community of Liberty and the Kansas City area.
Here is what this CDL opportunity is all about
School Bus Driver
Liberty Public Schools is one of Missouri’s top-rated school districts, and not only are we seeking educational staff, we are growing our Operations team. We offer an exceptional benefits package and great work/life balance. Join our district and be a part of something great!
School Bus Drivers safeguard student
Ensure the safety of students during transport to and from school and/or special events, and while loading and unloading from buses. School Bus Drivers regularly check the vehicle to ensure safe operating condition, and that students are greeted with a friendly and welcoming smile.
No experience needed. Paid Training and CDL testing.
This is a 10-month position.
Benefits
Free Medical, Dental & Vision insurance options (valued at $7650)
100% district paid life insurance, and short term & long-term disability
Generous paid time off policy
Retirement Plans – Pension (PEERS), 403(b) and 457(b)
*Benefits overview is published on our website: 2022 LPS Benefits Overview
Hours
Monday through Friday
Split Shift, 5:30 am – 8:30/9:30 am and 1:45 pm to 4:30/5:30 pm
Hours may vary depending on route and inclement weather
Job Duties
Maintain safe and appropriate behavior of all riders in accordance with established guidelines.
Assess incidents, complaints, accidents and/or potential emergency situations (e.g. road hazards, medical emergencies, accidents, etc.)
Assists students and other passengers with safe loading and unloading from buses during transport and emergency situations.
Perform routine cleaning on both interior and exterior to ensure safety, appearance, and sanitation of vehicle.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections (e.g. gauge levels, exterior condition, etc.) to meet safety operation standards.
Prepare written and verbal reports within requested deadlines. (e.g. field trips reports, incident reports, inspections records, passenger misconduct, mileage logs, student counts, routing information, etc.)
Requirements
Must have a current Missouri Driver’s License, with a clean driving record.
Commercial Driver’s License – Class B (CDL-B) required, with passenger & air brake endorsements, and Missouri School Bus Permit, or willingness to obtain. (TRAINING PROVIDED)
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must pass a pre-employment background check. (DOT physical exam, drug test, and criminal justice fingerprint/background clearance)
Liberty Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and promotes a drug free workplace. We have multiple opportunities and welcome you to apply for any position you feel you are qualified to perform.
Applicants for Liberty Public Schools must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Job Contact Information
NameKelly Baker
Recruiter
Phone816-736-6705
Email
careers@lps53.org
Jeff Baird
Transportation Director
Liberty Public Schools
(816) 522-2048
