School Bus Driver

BET-CHA Transit; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Child ride-along program

Charter trips & events

Local management support

Job summary

BET-CHA Transit is seeking school bus drivers to transport students along established routes in Vermont. You will work with a local management team, receive training, and help ensure safe operations through pre- and post-trip inspections and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include student pick-up/drop-off, safety meetings, and potential field trips or charter runs. The role requires 21+ years of age, a minimum driving history, and CDL eligibility, with support for training and

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Minimum of 3 years verifiable driving history.
• Clean driving record within the last 24-36 months (about 3 years).
• Ability and willingness to obtain a CDL.
• Pre-employment background checks.

Responsibilities

• Drive a school bus route - pick up and drop off students at established stops on the route.
• Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Conduct post-trip inspections.
• Attend monthly safety meetings.
• Clean bus to maintain a professional appearance and image.
• Take field trips or charter runs as needed to transport students and other passengers.

Skills

Age 21+

3+ years driving history

CDL eligible

Job description

Come join our team! As a school bus driver, you will have the support of a dedicated, local management team and the training needed to perform your job safely, and with care. Bus drivers are responsible for the safe delivery of students to and from school along set routes, adherence to school bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties.

We are seeking safe drivers to transport children to and from school on established routes in Addison, Bridport, Bristol, Cornwall, Ferrisburgh, Lincoln, Middlebury, Monkton, New Haven, Panton, Ripton, Hancock, Granville, Rochester, Salisbury, Starksboro, Vergennes, Waltham, Weybridge, Benson, Castleton, Danby, Fair Haven, Orwell, Pawlet, Poultney, Rupert, Rutland Town (not City), Wells, West Haven, and West Rutland, VT. .

What We Offer:

Pay Range: $29.50-$31.50

Paid Training Program: Get paid while you learn to drive a school bus

Child Ride-Along Program: Save on daycare by bringing your child to work

Additional Opportunities: Charter trips, including field trips, athletic events, and event shuttling

Contact Us: [phone]

Responsibilities:

• Drive a school bus route - picking up and dropping off student passengers at established stops on the route.
• Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation.
• Conduct post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Attend and participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Clean bus as necessary to maintain a professional appearance and positive company image.
• As requested or desired to take field trips, activity trips and charter runs to transport students and other passengers to and from their destinations.

Qualifications:

• Must be 21 years or older
• Must have a minimum of 3 years verifiable driving history
• Clean driving record within the last 24-36 months (about 3 years)
• Ability and willingness to obtain a CDL
• Pre-employment background checks

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning, military are strongly encouraged to apply.

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, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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