Job DetailsJob Location: Olathe, KS 66061Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $17.00 - $19.00 HourlyJob Category: TransportationMake every mile matter with out team at Olathe! As a School Van Driver, you’ll play a key role in helping students get to school safely—and enjoy a flexible, rewarding job that fits your life.
Why You’ll Love This Job
✅ Flexible schedules – choose part-time or full-time hours
✅ No weekends or major holidays – enjoy your time off
✅ Paid training – we’ll set you up for success
✅ Weekly pay – steady, reliable income
✅ Small passenger groups – typically 3–6 students per vehicle
✅ Competitive pay – earn $17–$19 per hour
✅ Great benefits – including vision, dental, life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program
✅ Make an impact – provide a vital service to your community every day
If you’re dependable, caring, and ready to make a difference, we’d love to have you on our team!
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Position Description
The Transportation Specialist provides specialized transportation services for students requiring transportation in the Olathe School District. The primary responsibility of this position is to safely transport students to and from school, work, and other activities.
Employment Requirements
Must be at least 23 years of age.
Minimum of one-year professional driving experience preferred but not required.
Maintain a valid driver’s license issued by the state of legal residence with proper class and endorsements.
Maintain an acceptable driving record as evidenced on MVR.
Pass a company sponsored DOT Physical Exam, Drug Screen, and TB Test.
Pass Criminal Background Checks.
Pass Defensive Driving, CPR and First Aid certification.
Essential job functions
Safely transport students to and from school and other outings as required.
Assist students in and out of the vehicle.
Load, unload and secure students.
Escort students, if required, to their destination location.
Complete Daily Driving Logs, vehicle inspections, and other reports as needed accurately and timely.
Maintains vehicle by keeping it clean, fueled and report maintenance issues immediately.
Utilize company provided electronics per company guidelines.
Maintain appropriate communication and interaction with internal and external contacts.
Comply with company guidelines and traffic law.
Perform all job functions in a professional and reliable manner.
Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested.
Demands of the Job
Able to work in all types of conditions i.e., day, darkness, rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.
Works alone, with, and around others.
Minimal lifting, walking and stepping up and down into/from a van.
Hearing, listening, seeing, and speaking clearly.
Use hands, fingers, and feet.
Competent reading and legible writing.
Analyzing, problem solving, using good judgement and decision-making.
Benefits
Enjoy working with children of all ages
Provide a valuable service to the community
Part-time and full-time hours
Flexible schedules
No weekends, holidays and major holidays
Average 3-6 students per vehicle
Paid training
Weekly pay
$17-$19 per hour
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Opportunities for employee referral bonuses
Qualifications