Driver Aide

EASTCONN; Columbia (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid sick leave

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional development/training

Job summary

EASTCONN Transportation in Columbia, Connecticut is hiring a Driver Aide to support school and program transports for adolescents. Immediate start available.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, the ability to work well with teens, flexibility, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Compensation is $16.94 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package.

Join a team that serves schools across the region and provides professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work well with adolescents.
• Flexibility in scheduling and tasks.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Skills

Adolescent interaction

Flexibility

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Driver Aide

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Job Details

Job ID: 5962374
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

EASTCONN Transportation provides services to agencies across northeastern Connecticut and school systems throughout the state. Our staff members are trained to transport medically fragile students, students with special needs, public school students, and adult clients going to jobs and job-training sites.

EASTCONN's Transportation Department is currently hiring DriverAides!

Required for appointment:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Applicant must have the ability to work well with adolescents.
• Flexibility a must.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. required.

Compensation:

Salary/Wage: $16.94 per hour (minimum wage rate).

Benefits:

EASTCONN offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees that may include:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance - Participation in the Connecticut State Partnership Health Plan (where applicable).
• Retirement plan participation
• Paid sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Life insurance- employer paid and voluntary employee paid supplemental available
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional development/training opportunities

Eligibility for benefits is based on position and scheduled hours.

At EASTCONN, we believe that diversity is key to our success. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply, including those who may not meet every listed qualification. Your passion, drive, and perspective are what matter most to us.
As an EEO/AA employer, EASTCONN provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, and caste, which is protected by our policies.
AA/EOE
M/F/D/V

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16.94 to $16.94 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Transportation

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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