Transportation Bus Driver, Tucson Unified School District


Position:
Transportation Bus Driver

Type:
Public


Location:
Urban


Job ID:
131367

County:
Pima


Posted:
November 13, 2025




Contact Information:
Tucson Unified School District
1010 E Tenth Street
Tucson, Arizona 85719
District Website

Contact:
Goran Spiric
Phone: 5202256160
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

Transportation Bus Driver (Non-CDL) #5438716

CDL NOT REQUIRED!

CDL Training not offered for this position

SUMMARY

Ensures children are transported to and from school, athletic events, field trips and other TUSD activities. Position is responsible for transportation safety, regulatory compliance, and student management. Directs and coordinates tasks of Transportation Bus Monitors when present. Performs all duties and related tasks as assigned or directed by supervisor, dispatch, or management. Maximum guaranteed hours of up to 38 hours per week.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Five years previous driving experience.
  • Ability to demonstrate mechanical skills as needed.
  • Must hold a current Arizona Driver’s license and have accrued no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
  • Verbal & written communication skills in English and a demonstrated ability to read and comprehend written/graphic and oral instructions.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • School Bus Monitor experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AFTER HIRE

  • Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
  • Valid Arizona Driver’s License, Class D, and current Arizona School Bus Driver Certificate required within ten days of hire.
  • Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.
  • Post-Offer/Pre-employment ADOT Medical Certificate with 50lb Lift Test.
  • Post-Offer/Pre-employment drug/alcohol screen.
  • Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by TUSD Risk Management Department.
  • Must pass biennial Physical Performance Test.
  • Must meet all school bus driver training requirements to include Map-21 and BTW training.

COMMENTS

  • Application Required on TUSD Website: Job Ref #5438716
  • Pay Range: $16.11 to $18.70/hour
  • Effective: 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR
  • Location - Transportation - Central, East and/or West - Kino & Broadway Area
    Classification: - Blue Collar
  • FTE: .75 - 6 hours per day
  • Work Calendar: 9.5 months
  • Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
  • There are multiple training classes scheduled throughout the school year.
  • This position will pay $15.45 per hour during the training period.
  • The position pays $16.11 per hour. Credit is given for experience up to $18.70 per hour.

To view the full job description, please visit our website.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.



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