Open Positions for Bloomington Public Schools

Openings as of 6/9/2026
Transportation

School Bus Charter / Trip Driver

JobID: 8314

Position Type:
  Transportation/Bus Drivers


Date Posted:
  4/7/2026


Location:
  Transportation Center


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Position: 
 Charter / Trip Driver

Hours:
 Varies
 School year / some summer

Salary:
 $24.47 + per hour 

Requirements:
 Ability to obtain CDL Class B driver's license with passenger and school bus endorsements
with current school bus physical. (Bloomington Schools will assist)

Job Description:
• Insure the safety, welfare, and appropriate conduct of passengers on the vehicle.
• Operate the vehicle with care to ensure efficiency. Conduct a complete daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and any special equipment. Keep the inside of the bus clean and free of debris (fuel, sweep, and empty trash after each trip).
• Ability to drive your charter / trip in any bus as directed by Dispatch
• Able to read maps and or follow driving directions
• Follow trip copies precisely
• Report on time for all assigned duties
• Deliver outstanding service to:
  • Students
  • Parents
  • School staff
  • Transportation co-workers
  • Law enforcement officials
  • Show courteous behavior to driving public.
• Follow operational procedures in emergency situations. Be aware of these procedures and participate in safety events or evacuation drills.
• Complete required paperwork and submit in a timely manner (pre-trip log, mileage, maintenance, accident, and discipline reports as required and or requested).
• Participate in ongoing training and attend annual evaluations.
• Must ensure that all rules, laws, and policies set by Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Bloomington School District are strictly adhered to.
Physical Requirements:
• Pre-trip vehicle inspection: lifting hood, climbing and reaching to inspect engine area, bending and squatting to inspect tires, walking up and down aisle  to check seats and exits. Will require periods of exposure to elements.
• Continued braking, accelerating, steering, and operation of service doors and controls while driving.
• Capable of lifting and dragging students in case of an emergency (ranging in weight from a small child to full adult weight).
• Exposure to road dust, occasional fuel and exhaust fumes.
Qualifications:
• Applicant must be a high school graduate or hold a GED, enjoy working with children and have a valid driver's license for at least 1 year with a good driving record. Prefer individuals with a Class B CDL, School bus, and Passenger endorsements.
• Individuals that are able to work AM and PM and have flexible schedules.

Experience:
 Previous working with children a plus

Hours:
Varied days and hours throughout the school year and summer

Benefits: 
 Paid Training, health & dental insurance, pension plan, sick-time, and paid holidays if qualifies.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Ongoing for the 2025-2026 school year, 
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Openings as of 6/9/2026
Transportation

Bus Driver

JobID: 9035

Position Type:
  Transportation/Bus Drivers


Date Posted:
  6/5/2025


Location:
  Transportation Center


Closing Date:
  Ongoing for 25-26


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Position: 
Bus Driver

Hours:
 8 hours per day
 5 days per week
10 months

Salary:
 $24.47 + per hour

Requirements:
 Ability to obtain CDL Class B driver's license with passenger and school bus endorsements with current school bus physical. (Bloomington Schools will assist)
All Bus Drivers start out as Casual employees until a route is assigned.

Job Description:
• Insure the safety, welfare, and appropriate conduct of passengers on the vehicle
• Operate the vehicle with care to ensure efficiency. Conduct a complete daily pre-trip inspection of the bus and any special equipment. Keep the inside of the bus clean and free of debris
• Ability to drive your route in any bus as directed by Dispatch
• Able to read maps and or follow driving directions
• Follow route copies precisely
• Report on time for all assigned duties
• Deliver outstanding service to:
  • Students
  • Parents
  • School staff
  • Transportation co-workers
  • Law enforcement officials
  • Show courteous behavior to driving public.
• Follow operational procedures in emergency situations. Be aware of these procedures and participate in safety events or evacuation drills.
• Complete required paperwork and submit in a timely manner.
• Participate in ongoing training and attend annual evaluations.
• Must ensure that all rules, laws, and policies set by Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Bloomington School District are strictly adhered to
Experience:
 Previous working with children a plus

Hours:
 4+ hrs. per day/ split shift, 5 days per week, 10 months a year 

Benefits: 

Benefits:
Bloomington Public Schools offers a variety of benefits to help take care of employees' health and well-being. These benefits include:
• Health & Dental Insurance: Employees can choose from health and dental plans to help cover medical and dental needs for themselves and their families. Employee only coverage for Health insurance is $0 per paycheck. The District also contributes to an HSA account to help cover medical expenses.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance: Employees get free life insurance, which provides money to their family if something happens to them while employed with the district. Additionally, your spouse and dependent children to age twenty-six are also covered.  There is also LTD insurance to help if they can't work due to illness or injury for an extended period of time.
• Retirement & Pension Savings: Employees can save money for their future through a retirement plan or pension. The district helps by contributing money towards their savings through match, and through contributions to the State retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off: Employees accrue time off for things like Earned Personal Leave or sick days.
• Employee Support: There is also help for employees with life events through a free Employee Assistance Program.  This program covers many things, including mental health, financial health, aging parent resources, young family resources. 
The district is dedicated to supporting employees and their families with affordable health care, financial security, and opportunities for personal growth. Please see our complete benefit offerings here :  https://www.bloomington.k12.mn.us/human-resources/benefits-and-insurance
 
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Ongoing 
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Openings as of 6/9/2026
Transportation

Standby Driver

JobID: 9211

Position Type:
  Transportation/Bus Drivers


Date Posted:
  10/17/2025


Location:
  Transportation Center


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Position: 
 Standby Driver

Hours:
 8 hours per day
 5 days per week
10 months'

Salary:
 $24.47 + per hour + Standby Driver Stipend $2.10

Requirements:
 Ability to obtain CDL Class B driver's license with passenger and school bus endorsements
with current school bus physical. (Bloomington Schools will assist)

Job Description:
• Ability to drive any route, anytime, in any bus as directed by Dispatch
• Able to read maps and or follow driving directions
• Follow route copies precisely
• Report on time for all assigned duties
• Ride with new drivers to teach them the route(s)
• Deliver outstanding service to:
  • Students
  • Parents
  • School staff
  • Office staff and mechanics
  • Fellow driver's and assistants
  • Be a positive role model and resource to fellow driver's and assistants
  • Show courteous behavior to driving public.
• Must exhibit the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism 
• Must ensure that all rules, laws, and policies set by Minnesota Department of Transportation and the Bloomington School District are strictly adhered to
• Must be willing to communicate any performance issues to the Management Staff. (Safety and Compliance Manager)
• Assist mechanics during inclement weather (moving buses)
• Pre-trip buses daily as directed by Dispatch
Experience:
 Previous working with children a plus
 Must have license for at least 1 year

Hours:
 8 hrs. per day/ split shift, 5 days per week, 10 months a year 

Benefits: 
 Paid Training, health & dental insurance, pension plan, sick-time, and paid holidays


APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Until Filled
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