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Bus Driver JobID: 1167 Position Type: Transportation/Driver - CDL Date Posted: 6/15/2026 Location: Transportation Department Date Available: 08/06/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide Job Title: Bus Driver Salary Grade: $22.88 - $24.64 Work Year: 154 Days Status: Nonexempt Department: Transportation Reports To: Director of Transportation We are filling multiple positions. OUR DISTRICT: Clear Creek School District (CCSD) is located in Clear Creek County, Colorado, a short drive west of Denver and area suburbs. Clear Creek serves the mountain communities of Idaho Springs, Georgetown, Empire, Dumont, Silver Plume, and parts of Evergreen. Our county is well-suited for outdoor adventure. Our historic downtowns offer some of the best places to explore and discover. Our community values supporting students and schools, which has resulted in recent increases to compensation and facility improvements. We believe that students are more than test scores, and learning experiences are opportunities for creativity. Clear Creek School District is dedicated to attracting and retaining high-quality educators. This means you'll be warmly welcomed into our team of professionals, provided opportunities to learn and grow with us, and be challenged to be your very best for students. PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT: The successful candidate will be required to complete fingerprinting through an approved fingerprinting vendor and the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, within 48 hours of offer acceptance. State law requires drivers to pass a Department of Transportation physical. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and periodic random drug tests. Will Train a qualified and motivated individual for CDL License. POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the transportation of students to and from schools, and in various District activities. Develops and promotes good community relations among various community and school clientele. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: Drive safely and efficiently a prescribed route. Responsible for pre-trip and post-trip inspections; i.e. insuring that all equipment, instruments, and safety devices operate properly. Responsible for making every reasonable effort to establish and maintain positive and pleasant relationships with student riders. Maintain proper student control at all times. Responsible for a thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations prescribed by the State of Colorado as they pertain to pupil transportation, as well as, the policies and regulations of the school district. Must be on time and not change stops or time without authorization from the Director of Transportation. Participate in team meetings. Keep accurate records and turn in reports in a timely fashion. Responsible for keeping the bus clean at all times. Responsible for leaving a full tank of fuel for use the following day. Performs other duties as requested. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: High School Diploma/GED preferred. EXPERIENCE: Less than one (1) year job related experience. Must be twenty one (21) years of age. KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: Sign off on driving record being entered into the Nationwide Clearing House required. EXPECTATIONS: Is flexible. Has the ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and co-workers. Has the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Has the ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision. Has the ability to effectively communicate with the school and school District community as well as the public at large. Has the ability to meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. Maintains a generally positive attitude. Observes all District policies and procedures. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS: Valid Driver's License. Ability to obtain a Colorado Commercial Driver's License (CDL). First Aid and CPR certified. Motor vehicle report - Mu…
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$23 – $25/yr
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