Bus Driver - Transportation Specialist

Reach DANE; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 18,422 - 26,238; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays

403(b) Retirement with 4% Company Match

Job summary

A community organization in Madison is seeking a Full-Time Driver to safely transport children and parents. The role includes positive interaction with families while supporting educational processes. Ideal candidates must have a valid Wisconsin driver's license, a CDL, and demonstrate strong customer service skills. The position offers full benefits, including health insurance and paid time off, along with an incentive pay of $1,400. This role is crucial for ensuring access to early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years old.
• Excellent 5-year driving history with less than 7 points.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Transporting children and parents safely.
• Serving as a positive role model.
• Delivering food and program supplies.

Skills

Customer service skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Valid Wisconsin driver's license

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

QUICK FACTS

Position 1: Full-Time Driver

• Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year
• Location: Stoughton
• Pay: $16.21/hour + $1,400 Incentive Pay
• Benefits: Full benefits package included

*Part Year includes built-in summer break, 2 weeks winter break, and spring break

WHAT WE OFFER

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement with 4% Company Match After 2 Years
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

Work-Life Excellence & Professional Growth

• $1,400 Incentive Pay for all positions
• School calendar schedule with built-in seasonal breaks
• Integral role in children's educational process as positive role model
• Diverse responsibilities including transportation, delivery, and classroom support
• Light maintenance and facility support opportunities
• Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support
• Career advancement pathways with organizational training support

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL NEED

• Age: Minimum 18 years old
• Education: High school diploma or GED
• Licensing Requirements:
  • Valid Wisconsin driver's license
  • Valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. We can provide paid training for the S endorsement if needed!
• Driving Record: Excellent 5-year driving history with less than 7 points on driving abstract
• Safety Requirements:
  • Successfully pass drug tests as mandated by federal law
  • Meet insurance underwriter's driving record requirements
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Professional Competencies: Strong customer service skills
• Preferred Experience:
  • Working with low-income families and people with disabilities
  • Experience with young children
  • Vehicle and building maintenance experience
• Training: First aid, defensive driving, safety, and child development (provided)

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Transportation Specialist, you'll provide essential support by:

• Transporting children and parents enrolled in agency programs safely and promptly
• Serving as a positive role model for children, parents, and the public
• Acting as an integral part of children's educational experience
• Delivering food and program supplies/equipment to appropriate sites
• Supporting program operations with light maintenance tasks
• Assisting in classrooms when needed
• Building positive relationships with families and children
• Maintaining vehicle safety and cleanliness standards
• Following all federal and state transportation regulations
• Supporting diverse program needs through flexible task completion

WHO WE ARE

• Ensuring safe, reliable transportation removes barriers to education access
• Recognizing transportation staff as vital members of the educational team
• Supporting families through comprehensive, accessible programming
• Building positive community connections through every interaction

JOIN OUR MISSION

Make a meaningful difference by ensuring families have safe, reliable access to early childhood education while serving as a positive role model and essential team member in children's educational journey.

Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.