Job alert: How to become a bus driver for Lee County schools
Bus drivers for any school district need a commercial driver's license, also known as a CDL.
In Lee County, applicants need to first apply for the position through the district by visiting leeschools.net/careers/bus_drivers.
After an interview, the district will walk applicants through the process of obtaining a CDL license. Applicants will also be paid for their time testing and training for the position.
Bus driver shortage: Lee County Schools struggling to fill positions
"We will absolutely do everything that you need to become a bus driver," said Roger Lloyd, executive director of transportation for the district.
But it takes more than just testing, according to bus driver Annie Williams, who said it's important to remember to do it "for the future generation."
"It is a great job with not that much stress," she said. "It pays good and you get off weekends and holidays."
The district also pays out three bonuses for bus drivers throughout the year. Drivers who sign up before the beginning of the school year would be eligible for a bonus in October.
This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Lee county school district bus driver shortage could impact back to school
