School Bus Driver

Position Type:
Transportation/Bus Driver
Date Posted:
5/28/2025
Location:
District
Date Available:
ASAP
Closing Date:
Until Filled
District:
McHenry School District 15 MCHENRY COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 15
VACANCY NOTICE
JOB TITLE/ASSIGNMENT
JOB TITLE: School Bus Driver
SCHOOL: District
REPORTS TO : Director of Transportation
CERTIFICATION CDL License
REQUIREMENTS :
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 174 Days (Summer School Hours Available as well)
START DATE: ASAP
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIRED SKILLS

1. Illinois CDL License with passenger endorsement. Assistance and training is provided for eligible applicants.
2. Physical examination with drug and alcohol testing.
3. Criminal background check and fingerprinting.
4. Complete eight (8) hour course required by State of Illinois.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Report on time and begin route or trip when scheduled.
2. Operate a vehicle in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations and McHenry Transportation Department procedure.
3. Provide safe transportation to and from school for all children.
4. Responsible for passenger management and timely reporting of incidents, accidents and student conduct reports.
5. Maintain accurate and timely recordkeeping.
6. Identify transportation hazards and promptly report.
7. Comply with established schedules, observes traffic ordinances, and be constantly aware of the safety needs of students.
8. Maintains and demonstrates a helpful, positive and pleasant attitude toward fellow co-workers, other school district employees and the general public.
9. Communicate professionally and effectively with school personnel, students, parents and the general public.
10. Demonstrate proficiency in handling and maneuvering school bus.
11. Drive all vehicles and routes as determined by the transportation director or designee.

PAY AND BENEFITS

1. $19.60/hour; minimum 5 hours a day guaranteed. Additional compensation provided for prior bus driver experience on the salary schedule according to MSTA collectively bargained agreement.
2. Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF Pension).
3. Paid time off.
4. District contribution to insurance plans.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Apply online: or at the locations below.
Central Office
420 N. Front Street
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: 779-244-1000
Transportation Office
5805 W. Route 120
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: 779-244-1000
Brian Kilinski, PhD
Director of Human Resources
Title IX Coordinator
Contact info:
McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15
420 N. Front Street
McHenry, IL 60050
Phone: 779-244-1090