Athletic Team Bus Drivers

Putnam Public Schools; Putnam (CT); On-site; USD 227,304 - 323,736; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Minimum $200 per trip

$35 per hour after 4 hours

Paid Medical Exam for DOT physical

Job summary

A local school district is seeking dependable and safety-conscious Athletic Team Bus Drivers to transport student-athletes to away games and tournaments. This position requires a valid CT CDL with a Passenger endorsement and involves maintaining strict schedules, performing vehicle inspections, and ensuring safety regulations are followed. If you have a flexible schedule and enjoy teamwork, this is a great opportunity to support local athletics.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Class B or Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Passenger (P) endorsement.
• Must pass a state and national criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe transportation for athletes and coaches.
• Maintain schedule for timely arrivals at events.
• Perform vehicle inspections for safety.

Skills

Safe driving

Effective communication

Flexibility

Education

Valid CT CDL with Passenger endorsement

Background check clearance

Job description

POSITION: ATHLETIC TEAM BUS DRIVERS
Fully Licensed for Athletic Games, Tournaments, & Competitions

Are you a skilled driver who loves the energy of game day? We are looking for dependable, safety-conscious Athletic Team Bus Drivers to transport our student-athletes and coaching staff to away games and tournaments.

If you enjoy being part of a team environment and have a flexible schedule, this is a great way to support local athletics while earning a competitive wage.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

We value your time and expertise. Our pay structure ensures you are compensated fairly for both your driving time and game-day standby:

• Base Rate: Minimum $200 per trip (covers the first 4 hours).
• Additional Time: $35 per hour for every hour after the initial 4 hours.
• Paid Medical Exam: We will cover the cost of your state-required DOT physical.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide safe and reliable transportation for athletes, coaches, and equipment to scheduled athletic events.

Maintain a strict schedule to ensure teams arrive for warm-ups and tip-offs on time.

Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure bus safety and cleanliness.

Communicate effectively with the Director of Transportation, Athletic Director and coaching staff regarding routes and timing.

Adhere to all state and federal traffic laws and safety regulations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

To comply with Connecticut State Law (CGS § 14-44) for student transportation, all applicants must meet the following:

• Valid CT CDL: Must possess a Class B or Class A Commercial Driver's License with a Passenger (P) endorsement.
• Student Transportation Activity Vehicle (A) or School Bus (S) endorsement
• Background Checks: Must pass a state and national criminal background check, including a check against the National Sex Offender Registry and the CT Child Abuse and Neglect Registry.

INTERNAL APPLICANTS:

Please submit a letter of interest to Melissa Robbins, Director of Transportation