Bus Driver

Academy Bus; Perth Amboy (NJ); On-site; USD 29,549 - 42,085; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free medical plan

Free life insurance

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Paid uniforms

Paid training

Safety bonuses

Job summary

Academy Bus is seeking CDL Drivers in Perth Amboy, NJ to operate on-campus transportation services for a local university. This role involves safely transporting students on scheduled routes. Compensation includes up to $26.00 per hour and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time drivers. Benefits encompass a free medical plan for employees and their families, life insurance, a 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and uniforms. Candidates must possess a valid CDL with passenger endorsement and pass a DOT drug screen.

Qualifications

• CDL with passenger endorsement required.
• Valid DOT medical card necessary.
• No airbrake restrictions on license.

Responsibilities

• Operate on-campus transportation for local university contract services.
• Drive students safely on scheduled routes.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Passenger endorsement

Valid DOT medical card

No airbrake restrictions

Job description

Job Overview

Academy Bus is hiring CDL Drivers to operate on-campus transportation for local university contract services in New Brunswick, NJ. This role involves driving students safely and reliably on scheduled routes.

Compensation

• Up to $26.00 per hour.
• $5,000 sign‑on bonus (for full‑time drivers with CDL).

Benefits

• Free medical plan for full‑time employees. Coverage for spouse and dependents.
• Free life insurance for employee, spouse, and children up to age 26.
• 401(k) plan with employer match ($0.50 per $1.00 up to $1,400 per year).
• Dental, vision, and prescription plans available. Additional coverage: accident, hospital, short‑term disability, long‑term disability.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Paid uniforms with annual replacement vouchers.
• Paid training.
• Service awards and bonuses.
• Quarterly and annual safety bonuses.

Requirements

• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Passenger endorsement required.
• No airbrake restrictions.
• Valid DOT medical card.
• Successful DOT drug screen.
• Subject to background check and driving record review.

Health Insurance and Benefits Offered

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance.
• Supplemental coverages.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected category. Veterans and disabled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.