School Aide - Path to CDL

DS Bus Lines; Livingston Manor (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Mobility seeks a School Bus Aide in New York to join a CDL PATH program, earning while you learn to become a licensed school bus driver. You’ll follow a fixed daily schedule, transport students safely, and engage with parents, school officials, and coworkers.

Starting pay is $18.00/hour during training, rising to $20.00/hour after obtaining a CDL permit, with occasional additional hours available on late runs or charter trips as you complete the road test.

Qualifications

• Must complete NYS and Federal documents, background check.
• Pre-employment testing including physical and drug/alcohol screening.

Responsibilities

• Transport children safely following a fixed daily schedule.
• Engage cooperatively with parents/guardians, school officials, and coworkers.
• Complete regulatory reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Job description

Rolling V Bus Corp. Rolling V Bus Corp offering a Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) PATH Program that provides an opportunity to “Earn and Learn” by working as a School Bus Aide while preparing to become a licensed school bus driver.

Rolling V Bus Corp offering a Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) PATH Program that provides an opportunity to “Earn and Learn” by working as a School Bus Aide while preparing to become a licensed school bus driver.

Program Details

• Program Structure: Classes are scheduled every 8 weeks. The company provides both classroom time to help you obtain a CDL Permit and vehicle/behind-the-wheel time to prepare for the road test.
• Starting Hourly Rate: While working as a bus aide and attending practice, participants will earn $18.00/hour for both work and training time. Hourly rate will increase to $20.00 /hour once upon obtaining CDL Permit.
• Program Schedule: Program sessions (about 2 hours midday) are planned to avoid conflicts with working hours as a bus aide. Drivers also have access to additional hours through late runs, midday, or charter trip assignments.

Key Responsibilities & Requirements

• Job Responsibilities:
  • Main Objective: Transport children safely following a fixed daily schedule.
  • Communication Skills: Engage cooperatively with parents/guardians, school officials, and coworkers.
  • Writing Skills: Required for completing regulatory reports.
  • Complete Job Descriptions: Refer to the School Bus Aide and School Bus Driver job descriptions for further details.
• Job Requirements:
  • Application Process: Completion of Job Application and New Hire Packet includes all necessary NYS and Federal documents, along with a background check, as this role involves working with children and people with developmental disabilities.
  • Identification: Must submit satisfactory forms of identification.
  • References: Provide Three References: Applicant must authorize the company to contact three provided references.
  • Residential History: Document Residential Addresses: Applicant must provide a history of their residential addresses.
  • Background Checks: Authorization for Background Check: Applicant must allow the company to conduct a thorough background investigation in line with Federal, State, School, and Company policies.
  • Pre-employment Testing: Physical and Drug/Alcohol Test: A pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening is required, administered by an independent entity at the company's expense.
  • Physical Performance Test: Demonstrate Physical Ability: Climb and descend bus steps. Exit from a seated position quickly. Use the rear emergency door for evacuation. Carry or drag a 125 lb. weight to simulate the evacuation of a person.

Equal Opportunity & Diversity Statement

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Company Overview & Mission

Rolling V is a family-owned and managed full-service transportation company based in the Catskills region of New York State. While we are known for exceptional school bus services, we also provide regional charter services to area residents. Rolling V has provided safe and dependable transportation services for more than 50 years.

Why Beacon Mobility? We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day.

Who we are: Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years. Customized mobility solutions. Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities. Nearly 20,000 employees strong.

What we do best: People First, Safety Always. School Bus & Special Education, Paratransit, Non‑Emergency Medical, Alternative Student Transportation.

Why it matters: Transportation creates opportunity. Mobility builds independence. Every Ride Matters.