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Drive the Bus Events

June 3, 2025

Are you or is someone you know interested in becoming a bus driver? The Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) is hosting multiple “Drive the Bus” events this summer. Come test drive a school bus with us and learn more about working for FUSD! Lunch will be provided.

Saturday, June 14, 2025
Drive the Bus
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FUSD Bus Barn  - 5400 E Railhead Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Friday, July 11, 2025
Drive the Bus
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
FUSD Bus Barn - 5400 E Railhead Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Saturday, July 12, 2025
Touch A Truck Event - This is a free, family-friendly event to explore vehicles, participate in fun activities, enjoy food from local food trucks, and more. The Drive the Bus will be held after the event.
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Coconino High School North Parking Lot - 2801 N Izabel St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Drive the Bus
12 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Coconino High School South Parking Lot - 2801 N Izabel St, Flagstaff, AZ 86004

Attendees with a valid Arizona driver’s license will have the hands-on opportunity to drive a school bus around a driving course. Additionally, participants will learn about the many perks of becoming an FUSD bus driver including the job duties, work schedule, pay, and benefits. Recruits seeking employment will also have the opportunity to apply for bus driver positions on site. 

The FUSD bus driver job description, benefits, salary, and more can be found here

For more information about the "Drive the Bus" events or to learn more about the opportunities available, contact Sara Lorance at slorance@fusd1.org

Thank you.