School Bus Driver

Leesel Transportation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,336 - 106,744; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Guaranteed Hours

FREE CDL Training

401(k) with company match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Leesel Transportation in New York City is hiring a School Bus Driver responsible for safely transporting students. Enjoy guaranteed hours, competitive pay, and flexible schedules. The role includes operating a school bus, monitoring traffic, and ensuring passenger safety.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have driving experience, and can obtain a CDL through our free training program. Join us to positively impact children's lives in your community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic and student behavior.
• Comply with traffic laws and perform vehicle inspections.

Skills

Driving Experience

Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Education

CDL Class A or B with P & S endorsements

CDL B Permit with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement

Tools

School Bus

Job description

Leesel Transportation Corp.

A driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre‑trip inspections, performing child checks post‑route, and keeping their vehicle within DOT regulations are the most important tasks of the driver.

Are you looking for the perfect combination of Pay, Benefits, and Flexibility? Look no further!

FREE CDL Training!

Join Leesel Transportation as a School Bus Driver and enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility to maintain a work‑life balance. Plus, you’ll make a positive impact on the lives of children in your community by ensuring they get to school safely.

Leesel Transportation is currently hiring in Bronx (NYC area). A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer Free CDL training once you obtain your permit!

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule: Split‑shift with morning and afternoon shifts
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• FREE CDL Training with CDL B Permit with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement and/or CDL C with N2 Restrictions
• $970.40/wk. Guaranteed (CDL A, B or C with P and S endorsements required)
• Earned Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Optional Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Job Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus or van to transport students to and from school safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions, and student behavior to ensure a safe ride.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, as well as district requirements and standards.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and report any issues.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle when necessary.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Possess a valid NYS CDL Class A or B with P & S endorsements for buses, or a Class C with P & S endorsements for vans (or willingness to obtain through our free training).
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and maintain compliance with state and federal CDL guidelines.
• Non‑CDL drivers must hold a valid driver’s license with CDL B Permit with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement to complete CDL training.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: 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.

Leesel Transportation is a Special and Regular Education Transportation provider in the New York City area. Headquartered in The Bronx, we serve the NYC Department of Education, as well as some other NYC pre‑K and private school programs. Our caring and passionate team makes a difference every day in our students’ lives because we truly love what we do.