Charter Bus Driver Trainee - Start CDL Training

DATTCO, INC; Westport (CT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

DATTCO is hiring Charter Bus Driver Trainees for our Westport, CT location. Start a driving career with variety, flexibility, and training. If you enjoy being behind the wheel, meeting new people, and traveling to different destinations, this is a great opportunity to turn that interest into a career.

Charter driving offers something different from a traditional fixed route: each day can bring a new trip, a new group, and a new destination. No prior commercial driving experience is required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have at least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Must have an acceptable driving record and meet Connecticut DMV and DATTCO eligibility standards.
• Must be able to obtain before operating with students, a valid Connecticut CDL Class A or B with School Bus (S), and Passenger (P) or Van (V) endorsements.
• Must be able to meet DOT/FMCSA medical qualification standards, including the physical qualification standards in 49 CFR Part 391, and maintain a valid DOT medical certificate as required.
• Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screening, including fingerprinting, state and national criminal background checks, registry checks, driving record review, drug testing, and any other screenings required by law, Connecticut DMV, school district policy, or DATTCO policy.
• Must participate in DOT/FMCSA and/or state-required random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL school bus and charter drivers.
• Must complete and maintain all required Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual/in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport passengers to a variety of destinations and events.
• Drive sports teams to games and athletic events.
• Transport students and school groups on field trips and other scheduled activities.
• Transport passengers to weddings, parties, private events, and other charter destinations.
• Safely navigate different routes, road conditions, and geographic areas.
• Provide friendly and professional service to passengers and clients.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle when needed.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Inspect the vehicle following trips for belongings left behind and assist with coordinating their return.
• Communicate with operations regarding trip details, passenger needs, and service concerns.
• Follow all applicable traffic laws, safety requirements, company policies, and commercial driving regulations.

Skills

Customer service

Safety-focused

Job description

DATTCO is hiring Charter Bus Driver Trainees for our Westport, CT location. Start a driving career with variety, flexibility, and training. If you enjoy being behind the wheel, meeting new people, and traveling to different destinations, this is a great opportunity to turn that interest into a career.

Charter driving offers something different from a traditional fixed route: each day can bring a new trip, a new group, and a new destination. No prior commercial driving experience is required.