School Bus Driver

Job overview

The School Bus Driver role is onsite in Livonia, MI, paying $26.00–$28.50 per hour. National Trails describes its drivers as an integral part of the communities it serves, focused on safe, reliable student transportation. The driver operates a school bus in accordance with applicable policies and laws, maintains a safe and orderly ride, completes vehicle inspections and required paperwork, and keeps routes on time. The posting seeks drivers for the 2026–2027 school year.

What you'll do

• Transport students safely and reliably
• manage students calmly
• conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• maintain route timing
• assist passengers during emergency evacuation
• report incidents
• complete route, timecard, and repair paperwork
• keep the vehicle clean
• use wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment safely.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

school bus driver

livonia mi

national trails llc

student transportation

school bus

safety

cdl class a or b

passenger endorsement

school bus endorsement

resa certification

$26–$28.50/hr

$1,000 sign-on bonus

health benefits

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• $1,000 new-hire sign-on bonus
• daily six-hour pay guarantee
• scheduled pay increases
• paid sick days and time off
• six paid holidays
• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• paid life insurance
• 401(k) with company match.

Why this role

The posting lists a $1,000 new-hire sign-on bonus and a daily six-hour pay guarantee. Requirements include RESA certification, a Class A or B CDL with passenger and school bus endorsements, age 23 or older, and at least two years of school bus driving experience.

About the employer

National Trails LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: School and Employee Bus Transportation. Sector: 48.