School Bus Driver

Gobeacon; Sparrow Bush (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Guaranteed hours

Free CDL training

$2,000 bonus

PTO

401(k) with match

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Job summary

WE Transport Inc. is hiring School Bus and Van Drivers in Westchester County, NY. The role offers a flexible split shift, guaranteed 20 hours per week, and a $2,000 bonus after CDL training and certification.

New hires can take advantage of FREE CDL training with a permit, and competitive starting pay for buses and vans, plus benefits like PTO, 401(k), and life insurance. Qualifications include being 21+, 1 year driving, and NY CDL with endorsements (or willing to obtain via company training).

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Possess NYS CDL Class A or B with P & S endorsements for buses, or Class C with P & S endorsements for vans (or willing to obtain through our free training).
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and comply with CDL guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus or van to transport students safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions and student behavior for a safe ride.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and report issues.

Job description

WE Transport Inc.

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

Join WE Transport as a School Bus or Van 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 Westchester County. 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: 20 hours per week
• FREE CDL Training with CDL B Permit with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement
• $2,000 Bonus upon completion of CDL training and certification
• Starting Pay Rate for School Bus SUV Drivers: $21.21 per hour
• Starting Pay Rate for School Bus Van Drivers: $24.40 per hour
• Starting Pay Rate for School Bus Drivers: $26.52 per hour (CDL A or B with P and S Endorsement 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.

About WE Transport

Since 1959, WE Transport has been a leading provider of school transportation services across Long Island, Bronx and Westchester. 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.

We Transport / Towne Bus is a premier Long Island-based school bus company serving districts throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York City, Westchester County, and Bridgeport, Connecticut.

A major part of our company’s repertoire includes special needs transportation and services for wheelchair-bound individuals.