School Bus Driver

Krapf Group - School Bus and Transportation; Columbia (PA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Krapf Group in Columbia, Pennsylvania is hiring qualified School Bus Drivers to transport students daily under the Columbia School District contract. Requirements include a valid commercial driver’s license with a school bus endorsement, ability to read English, and the skill to manage student behavior safely.

Wage ranges are $24.50–$29.00 per hour, depending on route type. We emphasize safety, professionalism, and reliable attendance; join a long‑standing family‑owned company with

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CDL with a school bus endorsement.
• Must pass DOT medical exam and background checks.
• Ability to read English and follow route schedules.
• Ability to manage student behavior safely.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on assigned routes.
• Conduct vehicle inspections and report defects.
• Maintain route timing and communicate changes.
• Ensure student safety and manage behavior.
• Comply with DOT and district regulations.

Skills

CDL with school bus endorsement

Read English

Student management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description:

OVERVIEW OF KRAPF GROUP:

Now hiring qualified School Bus Drivers for Columbia School District!

Krapf Group Vision: Provide the best passenger transportation anytime, anywhere. Krapf is serious about service and safety. We are one of the largest private, family-owned school bus contractors in the U.S. In addition, Krapf has transit, paratransit and charter lines of business. Founded in 1942 with two employees, Krapf has grown to thousands of employees in multiple states. Krapf Corporate Headquarters is located in West Chester, Pennsylvania.

EXPECTATIONS:

• Support Krapf vision and mission in all activities
• Demonstrate Krapf Core Values of commitment, open communication, respect and excellent service
• Represent Krapf in a professional, business-like manner
• Comply with all Krapf employee and safety policies

POSITION SUMMARY:

The employee in this position provides daily school bus transportation of students to and from school and home in accordance with school district contract requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations regarding operation of commercial vehicles and school buses.
• Safely operate a school bus on an assigned route as directed. Demonstrate courtesy and professionalism while on the road.
• Conduct vehicle inspections as required by DOT and school bus regulations. Report mechanical defects to the appropriate shop staff.
• Maintain, read and understand route sheets including time changes.
• Maintain scheduled route to established time and mileage. Immediately notify supervisor of changes/delays.
• Maintain control of student passengers at all times to insure safe operation of vehicle. Record and report discipline problems through appropriate procedures established by the district.
• When transporting special needs/exceptional children, manage student care and behavior within guidelines established by state School Bus Driver Manual and individual school district.
• Report all vehicle and passenger accidents/incidents to your supervisor promptly and comply with company accident response procedures.
• Report work-related injuries to supervisor and comply with company workers’ compensation procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of student medical and personal information.
• Maintain valid driver’s license, physical exam certification and school bus endorsement and share with supervisor.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Comply with company procedures regarding vehicle keys, lock boxes, and video cameras.
• Attend in-service training and safety meetings as required by federal and state regulations and by the Company.
• Complete school bus recertification requirements in a timely manner.
• Keep vehicle clean and orderly on a daily basis.
• Fuel bus in accordance with terminal standards.
• Operate vehicle communication systems within guidelines of company policies.
• Report all personal motor vehicle violations to supervisor as required by DOT regulations.
• Other work-related duties as assigned.

Mini Bus Pay Rates

$24.50 - $26.75 per hour

School Bus Pay Rates

$26.50 - $29.00 per hour

Requirements:

QUALIFICATIONS:

To Perform This Job Successfully, An Individual Must Be Able To Perform Each Essential Function Satisfactorily. The Requirements Listed Below Are Representative Of The Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Required:

• Must be the required state age and possess a valid commercial driver’s license with a valid school bus endorsement.
• Must meet physical qualifications for school bus physical with or without state approved waivers.
• Must have a satisfactory motor vehicle record, criminal history record and child abuse history record.
• Ability to safely operate large commercial vehicles.
• Ability to read English and understand traffic signs and signals, road maps, and route schedules.
• Must successfully complete skills and classroom recertification training as required.
• Ability to effectively manage student behavior in a non-confrontational manner.
• Ability to manage vehicle and student emergencies in calm, appropriate manner.

EDUCATION:

• A high-school degree or equivalent.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Sitting for 4-6 hours per day.
• Vision adequate for reading traffic signals and signs, maps and schedules.
• Hearing adequate for general traffic conditions, traffic signals, emergency vehicles and monitoring and using vehicle communication equipment.
• Repetitive use of hands, arms and legs for operating vehicle controls.
• Range of motion adequate for safe operation of commercial vehicles.
• Ability to climb steps of bus and sufficient mobility to access vehicle emergency exits.
• Ability to reach overhead and to shoulder height and to push/pull to clear vehicle of ice and snow.
• Ability to bend and stoop to conduct vehicle inspections and to properly secure wheelchairs.
• Ability to push and pull with up to 40 lbs. of force, or meet state requirements.
• Range of motion and sufficient mobility to safely evacuate passengers, including but not limited to accessing emergency exits via the isle of the vehicle.

SAFETY SENSITIVE STATUS:

This job is considered Safety-Sensitive, and incumbents are subject to random substance, drug, and alcohol testing.

This job description supersedes all previous job descriptions and like documents. This job description is summarized in general terms and may not include all job responsibilities related to the position. Krapf reserves the right to interpret, clarify, or make changes or revisions to this job description as specific situations warrant.

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