RICHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT TWO

COMMUNICATIONS AND STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS DEPARTMENT

CONTACT: DR. THERESA RILEY 803.738.3232
EMAIL: TRILEY@RICHLAND2.ORG
WEBSITE: WWW.RICHLAND2.ORG

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 17, 2021 

CAREER FAIR FOR BUS DRIVERS

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Richland School District Two is hosting a Career Fair to inform
prospective bus drivers about a comprehensive salary, bonus and incentive package
designed to attract and keep them in the district. The hiring event is from 8 a.m. to noon
on Saturday, September 25, 2021 at the Richland Two Institute of Innovation located at
763 Fashion Drive, Columbia, S.C. 

Highlights of Comprehensive Salary and Incentive Package

 The starting salary is $16.36 with minimum guarantee of seven hours per day for
183 days of work annually. Extra pay can be earned from field trips, after school
programs and more.  

 South Carolina Public Employee Benefit Authority health and dental benefits, and
retirement plans. 

 Sign On Bonus – In the first year, new drivers with no experience can earn up to
$1,500. New drivers with experience and a commercial driver’s license (CDL) can
earn up to $2,250. New drivers with additional credentials can earn up to $3,000.
Richland Two offers paid CDL training for interested applicants.

 Performance Bonus – Drivers with perfect attendance and no at-fault accidents can
earn $100 per month up to $1,000 per year.

 Longevity Retention Incentive - To keep trained drivers in Richland Two, the district
is offering these annual incentives: Drivers with zero to three years of experience
will receive $500; four to seven years of experience $750; eight to 10 years of
experience $1,000; 11 to 15 years of experience $1,250; 16 to 20 years of
experience $1,500; and 20 plus years of experience $2,000.

There is a critical need for school bus drivers across the state and the nation. Richland
Two leaders have designed this highly competitive salary and incentive package to
address this need which directly impacts the district’s ability to deliver premier teaching
and learning services to students. 

Applicants must be 21 years or older, have a high school diploma or GED, and pass
background checks. Trainers will be available at the Career Fair to answer questions and
assist with the application process. For more information call 803-419-2524.

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