School districts across the state are facing a shortage of school bus drivers and are looking for applicants. Current and future Commercial Driver License (CDL) holders have a unique opportunity to support their communities and enjoy a career with good pay and benefits. Many school districts are actively recruiting new school bus drivers and have special programs to assist applicants in becoming qualified. 

I have a CDL. How do I apply?

Start by filling out DMV’s School Bus Driver Candidate Survey [1]. Then, you should contact your local school district or a school bus contractor in your area about employment opportunities. 

What do I need to become a school bus driver?

You will need a Commercial License with

• a School Bus “S” endorsement, and
• a Passenger “P” endorsement.  

Learn how to get a CDL “S” endorsement [2]

Learn about Commercial Driver Licenses [3]

I do not have a CDL, but I want to help. What can I do?

To address the urgent need for school bus drivers, the state is making it easier to apply for a CDL by removing the 14-day waiting period between the written permit test and the road test.

Get you first Commercial Driver License (CDL) [4]