Bus Driver

Job overview

The Bus Driver works onsite in Gaylord, MI, driving scheduled routes for Friendship Centers of Emmet County. Compensation is $17.50 per hour. The role supports the organization’s transportation team and provides passengers with safe, welcoming rides. The driver operates a lift-equipped bus, assists passengers with boarding and mobility equipment, and completes route and vehicle records to support reliable transportation services.

What you'll do

• Drive a 15-passenger, lift-equipped bus on scheduled routes
• help passengers board and exit
• operate the vehicle lift and secure mobility equipment
• adjust driving to road, traffic, and weather conditions
• communicate with dispatch
• complete vehicle inspections and trip and fare records
• keep the vehicle clean
• carry groceries or packages to clients’ doors when needed
• train to serve as a backup Meals on Wheels driver and dispatcher.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

bus driver

gaylord mi

friendship centers of emmet county

transportation

scheduled routes

15-passenger bus

passenger endorsement

mobility equipment

meals on wheels backup

customer service

$17.50/hr

class b cdl

vehicle inspections

trip records

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a Class B CDL with Passenger endorsement or the ability to obtain and maintain one; high school diploma required.

About the employer

Friendship Centers of Emmet County is hiring for this role. Industry: Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities. Sector: 62.