Bus Driver

St. Lawrence NYSARC; Town of Canton (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A local public transit agency is seeking a Bus Driver responsible for safely transporting passengers while complying with state and federal regulations. Full-time and part-time positions are available with a flexible schedule that may include weekends and holidays. The ideal candidate must possess a clean CDL License and demonstrate strong driving skills, as well as the ability to lead and provide support to passengers. This job offers a chance to make a positive impact on the community through essential transportation services.

Qualifications

• Possess a clean CDL License with endorsements.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for safe transport of all passengers.
• Maintain current CDL License and complete compliance reports.
• Attend scheduled agency trainings and meetings.
• Report incidents or concerns during transport.

Skills

Clean CDL License

Safe driving techniques

Ability to lead and direct

Personable and respectful

Calm under pressure

Computer and tablet usage

Education

One year of experience preferred

Job description

Posted Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work – Flexible to the needs of the program. Schedule that will include weekends, evenings and may include holidays. Full time = 32.5 to 40 hours (depending on route) weekly, Part time = minimum of 20 hours weekly, and Sub status = 15 hours weekly.

Qualifications – Possess a clean CDL License with endorsements to comply with Agency requirements; one-year experience preferred.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance – Authorized to work in the United States.

Summary/Objective - Responsible to comply with DMV Article 19-A, Federal Transit Authority, and Dept. of Transportation regulations, as well as agency policies and procedures. Responsible for the safe transport of all passengers, as well as maintaining reporting documentation.

Essential Functions – Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Responsible to maintain current CDL License with appropriate endorsements to comply with DMV/DOT Law.
• Responsible to complete as scheduled, all requirements for compliance to 19-A regulations.
• Responsible to practice safe driving techniques adhering to all driving rules and regulations as set forth under DMV and DOT regulations.
• Responsible to attend bus driver meetings, agency trainings, and/or workshops as scheduled.
• Responsible to meet the needs of the Transportation Department in the event of an early closing, delayed openings or cancellations.
• Responsible to remove trash from vehicle on a daily basis and dispose of trash in garage receptacle, as well as clean the bus.
• Responsible for providing direct support professionals with direction to ensure passengers are safely transported.
• Responsible to perform a "walk through" on vehicle immediately after all passengers disembark to establish neither passengers nor personal belongings remain on vehicle.
• Responsible to report any incidents or concerns which occur during transport according to agency policy and procedures.
• Responsible to maintain accurate reporting per department policy.
• Responsible to complete daily vehicle reports and grant reports on a daily basis using assigned equipment.
• Responsible to adhere to all procedures as stated in the Bus Drivers' Procedure Handbook.
• Responsible to determine that all passengers are seated and wearing seat belts prior to transporting.
• Personable and Respectful
• Ability to Lead and Direct.
• Calm Under Pressure.
• Ability to Use Computers and Tablets.

Supervisory Responsibility – Other than oversight of passengers who are being transported, there are no direct supervisory responsibilities with this position.

Travel - Travel within Jefferson and St. Lawrence County for career fairs and other community events within the scope of position.

Work Environment – This position requires working both inside and outside as part of Public Transit driving and transporting the people we support.

Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for long periods of time, stand; walk; lift; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work may require lifting, pushing, or pulling in excess of 30 pounds.

Other Duties – This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. I have read and received a copy of the above job description and understand the responsibilities fully. I understand that the preceding job description will be reviewed/updated at least annually; more frequent updates will depend on contract needs.

AAP/EEO Statement – The Arc Jefferson – St. Lawrence has and will continue to provide all employees and applicants’ equal opportunity in the manner provided by law in all aspects of employment regardless of their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition, or carrier status, or marital status. These individuals will be recruited, referred for hiring consideration, and employed with regard to the positive and appropriate utilization of their skills and capabilities. Qualified employees will be afforded non-discriminatory consideration for promotion and job advancement, and there will be no discrimination with regard to assignments, rates of pay, promotions, transfers, training, termination, accessibility, working conditions, and benefits.