Flexible Standby & Charter Bus Driver

300 Reliant Student Transport, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid training

Annual bonus opportunity

Career development opportunities

Part Time Team Members

Job summary

Minnesota Coaches LLC in Minnesota seeks a dependable Standby & Charter Bus Driver to operate charter and transit-style buses, ensuring safe, on-time passenger transport for events and group trips. The role includes standby driving coverage and flexible scheduling, requiring a clean driving record, CDL with endorsements, and professional customer service.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance with DOT regulations, and the ability to adapt to changing schedules while delivering excellent

Qualifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) appropriate for the vehicle being operated.
• Required passenger endorsement and any other applicable endorsements.
• Acceptable driving record.
• Ability to pass required background checks, drug/alcohol testing, and medical/DOT requirements, where applicable.
• Previous bus, transit, motorcoach, school bus, shuttle, or commercial driving experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of safe driving practices and traffic laws.
• Excellent communication and customer-service skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a transportation team.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including early mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional last-minute assignments.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in busy or changing situations.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate charter and transit-style buses according to company policies and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Transport passengers safely, professionally, and on time.
• Serve as a standby driver when regularly scheduled drivers are unavailable or additional coverage is required.
• Drive charter groups to events, schools, hotels, airports, tours, sporting events, corporate functions, and other destinations.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any mechanical or safety concerns.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly passenger area.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the bus when needed.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service to passengers, clients, and company staff.
• Follow assigned routes, schedules, directions, and trip instructions.
• Maintain accurate trip, mileage, fuel, and other required transportation records.
• Communicate promptly with dispatch or management regarding delays, traffic, accidents, vehicle issues, or other problems.
• Follow all company safety procedures and applicable DOT and transportation regulations.
• Handle unexpected schedule changes and last-minute assignments professionally.
• Secure the vehicle properly when parked and maintain awareness of passenger and vehicle safety at all times.

Skills

CDL

Passenger endorsement

Clean driving record

Customer service

Flexible schedule

Independent work

Job description

Minnesota Coaches LLC in Minnesota seeks a dependable Standby & Charter Bus Driver to operate charter and transit-style buses, ensuring safe, on-time passenger transport for events and group trips. The role includes standby driving coverage and flexible scheduling, requiring a clean driving record, CDL with endorsements, and professional customer service.

The position emphasizes safety, compliance with DOT regulations, and the ability to adapt to changing schedules while delivering excellent