School Bus Driver

Gobeacon; Port Washington (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Guaranteed Hours

Free CDL Permit Training

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

401(k) with company match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Job summary

Huntington Coach Bus Corp is hiring drivers for school bus, van, and SUV routes on Long Island. We offer a flexible schedule with split shifts, guaranteed hours up to 25 per week, and CDL training if needed to obtain endorsements.

Starting pay is $30.97 per hour for CDL holders (A/B with P & S) and a $5,000 sign-on bonus is available. Benefits include paid time off, holiday pay, 401(k) with company match, and company-paid life insurance; medical, dental, and vision options are also available.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus, van or SUV 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.

Skills

1 year driving experience

Valid NY CDL (A/B) with P&S

Drug test & background check clearance

Job description

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

Join Huntington Coach Bus Corp as a School Bus 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.

Huntington Coach is currently hiring in Nassau and Suffolk County, Long Island. A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer CDL training to help you get started!

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule: Split-shift with morning and afternoon shifts
• Guaranteed Hours: up to 25 hours per week
• FREE CDL Permit Training
• Starting Pay Rate for School Bus Drivers: $30.97/hour (Must have CDL A or B with P and S Endorsement to qualify)
• $5,000 sign on Bonus (Must have a CDL A or B 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, van or SUV 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.

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.

Huntington Coach began its operations in 1927 by transporting workers to local factories during World War II. In 1956, Huntington Coach changed owners and shifted into school transportation, serving Long Island communities with an inaugural fleet of 100 vehicles. Since then, Huntington has grown and expanded to make a name for itself as a leader in the industry, providing services to 12 school districts in Long Island, with over 900 vehicles in its current fleet.