School Bus Drivers - Paid Training - Earn $19 Per Hour - Mountain Home, ID

North America Central is hiring School Bus Drivers in the Mountain Home, ID area.

No experience? No CDL? No problem. We provide paid training, ongoing support, and a clear path to a stable, rewarding role.

Earn $19 Per Hour

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• Safely operate a school bus on assigned routes (regular, spare, or charter)

• Read and follow route sheets, maps, street signs, and electronic routing devices

• Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including required child safety checks

• Assist students with boarding and unloading, including operating wheelchair lifts when needed

• Maintain a safe, orderly environment through effective student management

• Communicate professionally with school staff, parents, and students

• Attend required safety meetings and training sessions

• Conduct emergency evacuations when necessary, including use of emergency exits

• Clean and maintain the bus interior (sweeping, dusting, windows) and exterior windows

• Perform additional duties or specialized functions as required

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Valid operator’s license with required endorsements and applicable state/local permits

• Strong verbal communication skills

• Ability to work early morning hours

• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision

• Maintain a professional and respectful attitude toward coworkers, students, and customers

• Professional appearance appropriate for a business environment

• Commitment to safety and compliance with OSHA guidelines and all federal and state regulations

• Ability to follow company policies and procedures consistently

• Comfortable using or learning technology, including routing devices, internet-based tools, and basic office equipment

• Ability to pass and maintain DOT physical and comply with a drug-free workplace policy

• Ability to assist with emergency evacuations, including moving up to 120 lbs (dragging) when necessary

• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs (equipment, bus components, or assisting passengers)

• Frequent walking, climbing, and movement (bus steps, lot navigation, inspections)

• Sitting for extended periods (2–3 hours at a time while driving)

• Reaching, gripping, and operating vehicle controls (doors, brakes, steering, mirrors)

• Ability to hear and identify safety concerns (passenger activity, vehicle sounds, emergency signals)

• Ability to read street signs, route sheets, and safety instructions

• Ability to communicate clearly in English with students, parents, school staff, and dispatch

• Ability to safely exit through emergency doors when required