SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER

id='p7760_'>SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER JobID: 7760

Position Type:

Bus Driver

Date Posted:

7/14/2026

Location:

Transportation

Date Available:

UPON HIRE

Closing Date:

POOL

Additional Information: Show/Hide

Posting: AP7760

Location: Transportation

Position: Substitute Bus Driver

Hours: Varies - This is an on-call, as needed position

Calendar: Varies - This is a part-time position with 180 workdays per year, summer and Holidays off

Transportation Rates

• During training program: $17.13 per hour

• Upon completing the training program, hired substitutes will be categorized based on their preferences:

• A-list driver: $28.28 per hour, potential for a regular route

• B-list driver: $28.28 per hour, remains a substitute

• Substitute rates increase upon licensing: $28.28 per hour

• Regular route driver: $31.13 per hour

Transportation Applicant Process

Complete the online district application and include the following:

• Resume with work history
• 3 references-must be a manager or supervisor from a paid or volunteer capacity (cannot be family, friend, neighbor or co-workers)

All applicants must

• Meet Testing Requirements: Pre-Employment/Post-Offer Physical Capacity Testing
• Be at least 21 years of age with at least 5 years driving experience
• Pass Criminal Background Fingerprinting Check with WSP and FBI (Upon Hire)
• Must have an acceptable driving record
• Meet physical requirements set by law
• Undergo drug and alcohol testing (Upon Hire)
• Current First Aid Certification (Training Provided)
• CDL classroom work and behind the wheel training provided (Upon Hire)

Review the Department of Licensing CDL guide HERE

Benefits and Wages

• Refer to the Transportation - PSE agreements, salary schedules, calendars, and benefits here.

Additional Information for External Candidates

• Your application remains active for two years for selected positions.
• Hiring teams will review all completed applications. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by phone or email.
• Update your application regularly to reflect any changes, such as new employment history or references.
• For questions, please contact the Human Resources Department at personnel@puyallupsd.org