NON-CDL Driver - Keene

STA Family of Companies; Spofford (NH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Student Transportation of America is seeking courteous drivers to operate non CDL school buses in New Hampshire. You’ll receive premier training to obtain a NH School Bus Certificate and learn safe vehicle operation along with student management tools.

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, STA welcomes qualified applicants and provides fair consideration without regard to protected status. Valid license and DOT physical required, with operation of buses including wheelchair lifts where

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license meeting company standards.
• Current DOT physical examination.
• Ability to operate vehicles with wheelchair lifts and other equipment.
• Commitment to safe student transport and respectful conduct.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a non CDL vehicle on designated routes according to set time schedules.
• Transport students, teachers, and staff on school activity trips.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Complete mandatory child checks after each run.
• Maintain safe and respectful behavior among passengers.
• Follow company policies for student management and interactions with parents and staff.
• Assist with route documentation, updates, and efficiency tracking as requested by Operations staff.
• Keep accurate records and submit required reports.
• Clean and refuel vehicles as needed.
• Report mechanical issues promptly.
• Provide students with safety instructions and conduct evacuation drills.
• Operate assigned vehicles in all road and weather conditions.

Skills

Safe driving

Student transport

Attention to detail

Job description

As a non CDL school bus operator you’ll have the opportunity to make a difference in your community by transporting some of the most precious cargo there is! You will receive premier training to obtain your New Hampshire School Bus Certificate and gain knowledge on how to safely operate the vehicle as well as we will equip you with the tools that can assist you with student management.

Key Duties

• Safely drive a non cdl vehicle on designated routes according to set time schedules.
• Transport students, teachers, and staff on school activity trips.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Complete mandatory child checks after each run.
• Maintain safe and respectful behavior among passengers.
• Follow company policies for student/client management and interactions with parents, teachers, guardians, medical staff, and the public.
• Assist with route documentation, updates, and efficiency tracking as requested by Operations staff.
• Keep accurate records and submit required reports.
• Clean and refuel vehicles as needed.
• Report mechanical issues promptly.
• Provide students with safety instructions and conduct evacuation drills.
• Valid state driver’s license that meets company driving standards
• Current DOT physical examination
• Ability to operate assigned vehicles, including those with specialized equipment (e.g., wheelchair lifts, safety vests), in all road and weather conditions

Student Transportation of America (STA)is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome all qualified applicants, including veterans, and provide fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other status protected by law.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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