SWFL.io - Local NewsLEE COUNTY, Fla. (WINK) — The School District of Lee County is hosting two transportation job fairs to recruit school bus operators and mechanics.
According to the school district, two events are scheduled in Fort Myers and Lehigh Acres.
The first job fair will be held on March 24 from 3 to 5 p.m. at East County Regional Library, 881 Gunnery Road North in Lehigh Acres.
The second event is scheduled for April 1 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at Lakes Regional Library, 15290 Bass Road in Fort Myers.
Transportation recruiters will be on-site, assisting applicants with which positions are available and the qualifications they are seeking.
School bus drivers are responsible for providing safe, timely, efficient, and courteous transportation services for Lee County students. Mechanics work collaboratively to conduct thorough vehicle safety inspections and perform minor repairs to keep the fleet operating efficiently.
Minimum qualifications for bus drivers include at least five years of driving experience, a satisfactory driving record, and a Social Security card. The district provides free training for candidates who do not already possess a commercial driver's license.
Starting pay for bus drivers and mechanics is $19.57 per hour. The district offers flexible hours and benefits for full-time employees, with immediate job openings available.
To register for the events and learn more about available career opportunities, visit here.
For support or additional questions, email careers@leeschools.net or call 239-337-8676.