School Bus Driver

DS Bus Lines; Pine Aire (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Guaranteed Hours

Paid CDL Training

Sign-on Bonus

Medical Insurance

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Towne Bus Corp. is hiring drivers to transport students safely and on time, using school buses or vans.

A CDL is preferred; training is provided to obtain one, and applicants must be at least 21 with 1 year of driving experience. Drivers will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, monitor student behavior, and assist passengers during loading and unloading while following all laws and district requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with 1 year driving experience.
• Possess NYS CDL Class A/B with P&S for buses or Class C with P&S for vans, or be willing to obtain via provided training.
• Ability to pass drug test and background check; maintain CDL guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate school bus or van to transport students safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions and student behavior for safe travel.
• Comply with all federal/state/local laws and district requirements.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report issues.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting as needed.

Skills

CDL

Clean driving record

Drug test

1 year driving

Education

CDL license (NY) Class A/B with P&S for buses

CDL Class C with P&S endorsements

Job description

Towne Bus 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! Join WE Transport as a SUV (entry level), Van or 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.

WE Transport is currently hiring in Nassau County, Long Island.

A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer PAID CDL training to help you get started!

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule: Split-shift with morning and afternoon shifts
• Guaranteed Hours: 25-30 hours per week
• PAID CDL Permit Training
• $5000 Sign-on Bonus for fully licensed NY CDL drivers with A, B, or C licenses with P & S endorsements
• Starting Pay Rate for Van Drivers: $25.34/hour (Must have CDL A, B or C with P and S Endorsement to qualify)
• 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 and complete CDL permit training.

About WE Transport

Since 1959, WE Transport has been a leading provider of school transportation services across Long Island. We specialize in home-to-school transportation for public, private, parochial, and special needs students.

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.

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.

Beacon Mobility is a growing family of companies committed to serving the diverse needs of our customers. Experienced, compassionate, and inspired, we take pride in our ability to create customized, mobility-based solutions that empower people to get where they need to go. Our purpose is simple - MOBILITY WITHOUT LIMITS: Transporting people to live, learn, and achieve.

We are dedicated to providing those we serve with the opportunities, resources, and support to confidently move ahead. We support safe, compassionate, and inclusive environments that provide our communities with the mobility solutions they need to flourish and succeed. Backed by nearly 70 years of experience, Beacon Mobility operations can be found in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Minnesota providing support to over 10,000 employees in over 1,300 communities through the delivery of Paratransit and School Bus services leveraging a fleet of over 6,500 vehicles.

Why Beacon Mobility We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day. Who we are Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years Customized mobility solutions Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities Nearly 20,000 employees strong What we do best People First Safety Always School Bus & Special Education Paratransit Non- Emergency Medical Alternative Student Transportation Why it matters Transportation creates opportunity Mobility builds independence Every Ride Matters