School Bus Driver

Suffolk Transportation Service, Inc.; Coram (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Paid time off

401(k)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Suffolk Transportation Service, Inc. Coram, NY is seeking a School Bus Driver to safely operate a school bus on an assigned schedule, perform inspections, and ensure student safety.

The role includes safe pickup/drop-off, maintaining order aboard the bus, and compliance with laws and company policies. CDL training is available for qualified candidates, with benefits including medical, PTO, 401(k), and life insurance.

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment physical including DOT medical card and DOT drug screening.
• Must be at least 23 years of age.
• Availability to work varying shifts; assignments based on seniority.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Operate the school bus safely and efficiently to minimize risk.
• Comply with all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Maintain a clean, organized bus and proper parking of the vehicle.
• Report maintenance or repair needs promptly to supervisor/dispatch.
• Transport students according to routes and schedules; take attendance and enforce passenger rules.
• Assist passengers with disabilities during boarding, riding, and exiting and operate wheelchair lifts.
• Communicate with dispatch via two-way radio and report issues as needed.
• Respond to changing conditions such as weather or route adjustments.
• Attend safety trainings and meetings as required.

Skills

Safe driving

Traffic laws

Work with children

Scheduling systems

English literacy

Communication with dispatch

Job description

School Bus Driver

Suffolk Transportation Service, Inc. Coram, New York, United States

About this position

Position Summary

The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating a school bus according to an assigned daily schedule while ensuring the vehicle is maintained in proper operating condition at all times. This role includes the safe pickup and drop-off of students, maintaining order and security on the bus, and complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.

Free CDL training is available for qualified candidates.

Salary Range:

Van: $29.71 per hour

Large Bus:$35.13 per hour

Schedule: Full-time or Part-time; varying shifts based on seniority

Benefits: Medical, paid time off, 401(k), Life Insurance

Responsibilities

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle and on-board equipment.

Operate the school bus safely and efficiently to minimize risk of injury, property damage, or loss of life.

Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, regulations, and company policies.

Maintain a clean, organized, and securely parked bus at all times.

Report maintenance or repair needs promptly to a supervisor or dispatch.

Maintain schedules and ensure order and proper behavior on the bus.

Pick up and transport students according to assigned routes and schedules; take attendance and communicate passenger rules and responsibilities.

Provide excellent customer service by safely operating wheelchair lifts and assisting passengers with disabilities during boarding, riding, and exiting, ensuring proper use of on-board restraints.

Communicate effectively with dispatch via two-way radio and report behavioral or disciplinary issues as needed.

Report hazardous or unsafe conditions along routes and at passenger loading zones, including traffic issues, road hazards, construction, obstructions, and potential criminal activity.

Adapt to changing conditions such as weather, traffic delays, accidents, passenger concerns, and route changes.

Assist in controlling accident or incident scenes when required.

Perform other related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Attend all mandatory meetings, including safety training, retraining, and employee meetings.

Knowledge & Skills

Ability to operate a school bus in a safe and responsible manner.

Knowledge of highway traffic laws and school bus regulations.

Ability to work effectively with children, including those with special needs.

Familiarity with scheduling systems, procedures, and basic recordkeeping.

Ability to read, write, and speak basic English.

Strong, courteous, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

Ability to pass a pre-employment physical, including a DOT medical card and DOT drug screening.

Must be at least 23 years of age.

No convictions for driving while license is suspended or revoked.

Availability to work varying shifts; assignments based on seniority.

Commitment to safety, reliability, and professional conduct.