School Bus Driver

DS Bus Lines; New Florence (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplemental benefits

CDL training provided

Extra hours for field trips

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is seeking a part-time School Bus Driver to transport students on a fixed route in New Florence, PA. You will perform pre-trip inspections and ensure compliance with DOT standards, while maintaining safe student behavior on each trip. Training for CDL and endorsements is provided by the company.

Typical shifts are mornings and afternoons with opportunities for extra hours on field trips or activity runs; summer work may be available but is not mandatory.

Qualifications

• CDL Class B with school bus passenger and air brake endorsements, or willingness to complete CDL training.
• A valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Be dependable about time and able to manage students safely.
• Pass a background check, clearances, a DOT physical and a drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Drive a bus on a set route, morning and afternoon, carrying students to and from school.
• Perform pre-trip inspections and ensure DOT compliance.
• Check the vehicle after every route and manage student behavior safely.
• Support field trips and special runs, with additional hours as scheduled.

Skills

CDL Class B endorsements

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Dependable and punctual

Manage students safely

Job description

Tri County Transportation Inc.You will drive a bus on a set route, morning and afternoon, carrying students to and from school. Alongside driving, you are responsible for pre-trip inspections, keeping the vehicle within DOT requirements, checking the vehicle after every route, and managing student behavior safely.School Bus DriverCompany: Tri County TransportationLocation: 6850 Route 22 Hwy East, New Florence, PA 15944Job Type: Part-timeNo CDL? We help you get licensed. CDL Class B with school bus passenger and air brake endorsements is required to drive.$95 a day, approximately $21 an hourPart-time. Typically about 22.5 hours a week, mornings and afternoonsMonday to Friday during the school day, home every nightExtra paid hours for field trips, sports and activity runs, offered on a rotational basisSummer work is available but not mandatorySupplemental Benefits availableDriving students in the United School DistrictWhat the job involvesYou will drive a bus on a set route, morning and afternoon, carrying students to and from school. Alongside driving, you are responsible for pre-trip inspections, keeping the vehicle within DOT requirements, checking the vehicle after every route, and managing student behavior safely.Your dayMorning route typically around 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Afternoon route typically around 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. It is a split shift with a break in between.Field trips, sports and activity runs are optional and assigned on a rotational basis. They are paid at a separate activity rate.This may suit you if you areAlready holding a CDL and looking for regular hours. Coming off the road and want to stay in driving without the travel. Or interested in the CDL training we provide.What you needCDL Class B with school bus passenger and air brake endorsements, or a willingness to complete our CDL trainingA valid driver’s license and a clean driving recordTo be dependable about time and comfortable managing studentsTo pass a background check, clearances, a DOT physical and a drug screeningCDL trainingThe company pays for licensing and permit fees. Orientation is paid at $7.25 an hour. The 14 hours of classroom time and 6 hours behind the wheel are not paid.There is no training repayment agreement or employment commitment.What happens after you applyDriving students is a regulated job, so hiring takes longer than most part-time work.State and federal background checks. This is currently the longest step.Child abuse clearance. Clearances currently run about 2 weeks.A DOT physical and a pre-employment drug and alcohol screeningAn MVR reviewFederal fingerprintingTraining and orientation before your first route, about 8 hours, completed while clearances are processingYou will receive an email asking to upload a picture of your driver’s license. This is so we can perform your Motor Vehicle background check.Most candidates go from application to start in 2 to 2.5 weeks.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.Founded in 1964, Tri-County Transportation has spent the last six decades developing an expertise in catering to rural school districts. Tri-County provides a superior level of service to its customer districts through its premium fleet, well-maintained local facilities, and reliable and caring service.