School Bus Driver

Transdev; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 32,511 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 PTO days annually

11 paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Employee assistance program

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Transdev is looking for a full-time School Bus Driver to safely transport students for the Boston Public Schools. The ideal candidate must possess a Class B CDL with relevant endorsements, at least one year of professional driving experience, and a focus on student safety.

Key responsibilities include maintaining the vehicle, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring timely transportation. Benefits include PTO, holidays, and health plans. Join Transdev in making a difference in student transportation!

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older.
• Must have a satisfactory driving record.
• At least one (1) year of previous professional driving experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a vehicle on an assigned route transporting students.
• Inspect each vehicle before, during and after each trip.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees and passengers.
• Control emergency situations properly.

Skills

Safe driving skills

Customer service orientation

Knowledge of traffic laws

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

School Bus Driver – Boston, MA

Transdev is seeking a full‑time School Bus Driver for its Boston Public Schools transportation contract. The driver will operate a bus and transport students safely in accordance with company policy, local, county, state, and federal laws.

Position Details

• $23.60 per hour (training and charter rate)
• $34.00 per hour (after training)
• Full‑time work year‑round with a guaranteed minimum of 35 hours per week.

Benefits

• 5 PTO days annually
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, sickness & accident, long‑term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Opportunities for career advancement

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a vehicle on an assigned route in transporting passengers to and from designated locations, as well as related activities, in a safe, timely manner.
• Maintain, read, and understand route sheets including time changes and notify supervisor immediately of any changes. Maintain good work habits through timeliness and low absenteeism for daily assignments and extra trips.
• Properly care for the assigned vehicle and its component parts as prescribed by the company to ensure safety, minimize wear and to extend its useful life.
• Operate the two‑way communication equipment correctly and according to company policy.
• Inspect each vehicle before, during and after each trip using correct procedures and complete all necessary forms and reports. Operate the vehicle and stops to allow passengers to board and disembark using safe and responsible procedures.
• Operate adaptive transportation lift to board and discharge challenged passengers using safe and responsible procedures.
• Keep vehicle clean and orderly with daily cleaning after each route operated, as well as check for lost items.
• Maintain a presentable appearance which includes being properly dressed according to company standards, neat grooming and good hygiene.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, and passengers; always promoting company goodwill.
• Control emergency situations in proper manner.
• Control vehicle keys, pre‑trip and post‑trip forms while in possession, and turn in to dispatch as required by your supervisor.
• Successfully complete driving skills evaluation.
• Attend all required in‑service training, company required safety meetings and training, and any other required meetings.
• Ability to comply with all contractual obligations as well as all local, state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the operation of the vehicle.
• Immediately report every accident, no matter how insignificant the accident may appear.
• Accurately maintain proper shift documentation reports, and records.
• Follow the correct end‑of‑shift procedures.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Exhibit both written and spoken communication skills and communicate effectively.
• Ability to read a map and possess knowledge of the service area.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Must be hospitable, guest/customer service oriented, and be willing to serve the needs of passengers.
• Thorough knowledge of traffic laws and defensive driving.
• Ability to safely drive various vehicles.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to make independent judgments which have moderate impacts on the organization.
• Travel requirement (as a percent): 100% of time is spent in the field.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
• Must have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must be twenty‑one (21) years of age or older.
• Must be a licensed motor vehicle operator with no suspensions or revocations within the last three (3) years.
• Must meet the requirements to attain and maintain a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical card.
• Must obtain a valid School Bus Certificate as a condition of employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent, such as G.E.D. preferred.
• At least one (1) year of previous professional driving experience which can be confirmed with your previous employer preferred.
• Previous bus or other heavy duty vehicle driving experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Work outside or in a vehicle 90% of the time. Must be able to work in extreme heat and cold and in wet and/or humid conditions.
• Exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations with moderate noise.
• Frequently sit for extended periods of time.
• Stand; walk; use hands to manipulate, handle or feel; reach with hands or arms; and talk or hear.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, legs, repetitive hand‑wrist motion, and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, crouch or crawl.
• Work a flexible work schedule as needed.
• Occasionally lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Meet vision requirements including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, night vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable Accommodations

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

Drug‑Free Workplace

• Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
• Successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screen.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or other legally protected status.