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Prospective Bus Drivers

Tahoma School District school buses parked in a line

Become a Tahoma Bus Driver

Job Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Health benefits
  • Vision and dental
  • Washington State retirement
  • Weekends and summers off

Minimum Requirements

  • Minimum of five years driving experience
  • Excellent driving record with no suspension or revocation of driving license within last five years
  • Must be able to read a map, learn school locations, follow routing directions and complete paperwork
  • Must be able to pass a physical agility test, Department of Transportation (DOT) physical, alcohol and drug tests, Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Washington State Patrol (WSP) background checks

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Bus Driver Training

TSD provides training to qualified applicants. Our driver training program takes approximately 4-8 weeks and combines classroom learning with behind-the-wheel bus driving experience.

  • Complete the CDL Class B driving test
  • Receive passenger and school bus endorsements
  • Learn school bus procedures and legal requirements
  • Understand route and map reading

Fees Paid by the Bus Driver

The following fees will be necessary, but are reimbursed after passing your CDL test, obtaining your CDL license and successfully driving for TSD for 30 days. 

  • $15.00 to complete the driving abstract purchased from the Department of Licensing (DOL)
  • $75 for Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B permit and written test
  • $112 for Commercial Driver License (CDL)
  • $60 for fingerprinting

 

Already have your CDL?

Candidates who complete training and begin driving for TSD who already have their CDL will receive a $3,000 incentive. 

Bus Driver Hiring Event on June 7, 2025

Join the Tahoma Transportation Team!

We’re NOW HIRING school bus drivers and offering:

  • Paid training
  • Flexible hours
  • Benefits & retirement
  • $3,000 bonus for new hires with WA school bus driving credentials!

Event Details

When: Saturday, June 7
Two Sessions Available: 8-10am (check-in by 8:10) or 10am-12pm (check-in by 10:10am)
Where: Tahoma School District Transportation Department (22050 220th Ave SE, Maple Valley, WA 98038)

Come to our in-person hiring event to meet our team, tour the buses, and learn all about this exciting opportunity!

Items to bring to the hiring event:

  • Driver's license 
  • Cover Letter & Resume

Apply online today: www.tahomasd.us/careers