Part-Time Bus Driver

Position Type:
Support Staff/Bus Driver - Route Driver

Date Posted:
4/14/2026

Location:
Ault, CO

Date Available:
ASAP

Closing Date:
05/15/2026

District:
Ault-Highland Schools Weld RE-9
The Weld Re-9 School District headquartered in Ault, Colorado has an open position in the Transportation Department.

Job Title: Bus Driver FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Director of Transportation Days per Year: 180
Job Location: Transportation/Maintenance Facility Hours per Week: Varies
Revision Date: February 20, 2026 Pay Range: Classified Salary Schedule - Bus Drivers

Summary: Bus drivers are responsible for transporting students to, from, and in-between schools and district-sponsored activity trips in a safe and timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

Operates the assigned school bus in compliance with procedures outlined in the Weld Re-9 Driver Handbook and in accordance with federal and state laws
Performs daily pre- and post-inspection routines on vehicles as needed
Coordinates with supervisor to ensure all required route information is current and accurate
Works within guidelines and with supervisor to maintain student discipline
Completes paperwork related to driver duties and additional tasks as assigned, such as managing the small vehicle fleet.
Assists with fueling and cleaning any district vehicle as needed
Available to drive on weekends, late nights, and possibly for overnight trips
Reports all accidents and tickets related to driving, whether involving a school or personal vehicle
Attends driver training and in-service meetings held by the district
Any and all other duties as assigned

Requirements:
• 21 Years of Age
• Able to pass the Commercial Driver license physical exam and drug test
• Able to pass a criminal background check
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (No more than two accidents or tickets in two consecutive years)
• In the event of an emergency bus evacuation, the employee may be required to assist in the removal of children from the rear of the vehicle requiring moving/ lifting of over 100 lbs and making a drop of 42" from an exit door
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color and peripheral vision and night vision.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary range is $20.25-21.75 per hour depending on years of relevant experience. For part-time staff, the district provides a PERA retirement plan, long-term disability, an optional supplemental 401(k) plan, an employee assistance plan, and the ability to enroll in supplemental insurances and savings accounts through a third-party vendor. Weld RE-9 offers sick leave and personal leave as well as other benefits specific to our school district. Finally, the Weld Re-9 school district offers a tuition reimbursement program as well as pathways to teacher licensure for interested staff.

Application:

Applications can be completed by clicking "Apply" in the lower right corner. Position is open until filled.

For questions about the position, applying, or to check on the status of your application, please contact the Director of Transportation, Dave Chandler, at 970-834-1345 ext. 1402 or [email protected].

The Weld Re-9 School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Titles VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Colorado law, Weld Re-9 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability or need for special education services in admissions, access to, treatment, or employment in educational programs or activities which it operates.

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