Part-Time School Bus Driver — Stable Hours + 401k

Thermo King Northeast; North Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Annual pay raises

Longevity bonuses

Employee Referral Program - $1,000

Job summary

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for our North Smithfield, RI location. Safely transport students on assigned routes, performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and adhering to school district safety requirements.

Requirements include at least 3 years of driving with a valid license, RI CDL Class B with P and S endorsements, DOT medical certificate, and a clean driving record. Part-time hours with potential for additional shifts are available.

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 Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain/transfer before operating with students, a valid Rhode Island CDL Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. Out-of-state CDL holders may qualify, subject to RI DMV requirements and DATTCO approval.
• Must 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, Rhode Island 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 drivers.
• Must complete and maintain all required Rhode Island DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual/in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Follow all traffic laws, designated routes, railroad crossing procedures, student pick-up/drop-off procedures, and school district safety requirements.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment for students while operating the bus.
• Communicate professionally with students, parents/guardians, school staff, transportation supervisors, and safety personnel.
• Complete all required safety training, drills, continuing education, and compliance requirements under Rhode Island DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies.

Skills

Driving experience

Job description

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for our North Smithfield, RI location. Safely transport students on assigned routes, performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and adhering to school district safety requirements.

Requirements include at least 3 years of driving with a valid license, RI CDL Class B with P and S endorsements, DOT medical certificate, and a clean driving record. Part-time hours with potential for additional shifts are available.