Bus Driver - Per Diem

Franklin School; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Franklin School in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Bus Driver - Per Diem to transport students and employees safely. The role requires a clean CDL license and 2+ years of bus driving experience.

Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and must maintain a clean, mechanically sound bus while ensuring the safety of all passengers during transport. Competitive hourly rates of $20-$25 based on experience are offered.

Qualifications

• Clean CDL Class A or B license with no traffic citations or accidents in the last 3 years.
• Endorsements to drive a school bus in Jersey City, NJ, and New York City.
• 19‑A certification qualifications required.

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers (students/employees) to and from designated locations.
• Maintain a clean and mechanically‑sound bus at all times.
• Ensure safety of all passengers when on the bus.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

CDL Class A or B license

2+ years’ experience driving a school bus

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Bus Driver - Per Diem

Franklin School – Jersey City, NJ

Position Overview

Franklin School, an innovative coeducational high school in Jersey City, NJ, is seeking a Bus Driver to transport community members safely to and from designated locations and report any concerns or issues pertaining to the buses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Clean CDL Class A or B license (no traffic citations or accidents in the last 3 years)
• Endorsements to drive a school bus in Jersey City, New Jersey, and New York City
• 19‑A certification qualifications required
• Excellent communication skills
• Provide a recent DMV driving abstract (within 1 week of interview) when contacted for an interview
• Maintain the bus log book and complete pre‑ and post‑inspection of the buses daily
• Provide a DMV driving abstract every 6 months to confirm status of driving record
• Minimum of 2+ years’ experience driving a school bus
• At times will have to cover the entrances of the school as security when there are no scheduled bus runs

Responsibilities

• Transport passengers (students/employees) to and from designated locations in the afternoons/evenings
• Maintain a clean and mechanically‑sound bus at all times
• Ensure safety of all passengers when on the bus
• Maintain an orderly safe environment while transporting passengers
• Perform inspections of the bus before and after each route and follow all additional required school bus policies

Compensation

Commensurate with experience: $20‑$25/hour

Recruitment

We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier‑free and as accessible as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments or changes for disabled people or people with long‑term health conditions. If you would like us to do anything differently during the recruitment process, or provide any information in an alternative format, please let us know.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Franklin School’s goal is to achieve and maintain equal employment opportunities. It is also the policy of Franklin School to maintain a work environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, marital status, or other status protected by federal or state law, with regard to any term or condition of employment.