Bus Driver Trainee

Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District; Village of Clifton Springs (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District is seeking Bus Driver Trainees who are eager to learn the rules and regulations of school bus operation. Successful candidates will attend training for up to 3 months and shadow experienced bus drivers.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid New York State Operator’s license. This position is a great opportunity for those looking to step into a School Bus Driver role upon meeting the necessary qualifications.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possession of a valid New York State Operator’s license.
• Must meet Civil Service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Attends training to learn motor vehicle rules and regulations pertaining to school bus operation.
• Shadows licensed bus drivers to learn routes.
• Learns accident avoidance procedures.

Job description

The Phelps-Clifton Springs Central School District has openings for Bus Driver Trainees. The successful candidate should possess the following attributes:

Responsibilities

• Attends training to learn motor vehicle rules and regulations pertaining to school bus operation.
• Shadows licensed bus drivers and/or trainers.
• Sits at controls and under close supervision performs functions of a bus driver.
• Rides with drivers to learn routes.
• Learns and follows procedures for accident avoidance as well as procedures to follow in the event of an accident.
• Learns basic maintenance procedures.
• Learns to prepare and maintain basic bus routes and pick up routes.
• Candidates would be eligible to apply for a School Bus Driver position after retaining the appropriate level New York State Driver’s License.
• Training period is for a maximum of 3 months.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Possession of a valid New York State Operator’s license and maintenance of such license throughout the tenure of employment in the position.
• Must meet Civil Service requirements.