School Bus Driver

Dean Transportation; Sparta (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in transportation is seeking dedicated School Bus Drivers to join their team. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of students by ensuring their safe and reliable transportation to school and various events. With flexible scheduling, a competitive pay rate of up to $23.00 per hour, and a sign-on bonus, this position is perfect for those looking to contribute positively to their community. Join a supportive environment that values safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement through training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Flexible Scheduling

Paid Training

Full Benefits Package

Weekly Pay Periods

Qualifications

• Ability to operate a school bus and assist passengers.
• Knowledge of local traffic laws and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and events.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain professional relationships with students and staff.

Skills

Defensive Driving

Vehicle Inspection

Emergency Evacuation Procedures

Interpersonal Skills

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

School Bus

Job description

APPLY NOW TO BECOME PART OF THE DEAN DIFFERENCE

Apply today to become part of the Dean Difference! Dean is proud to be part of our community and connecting people with purpose for more than 50 years.

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

• Earn up to $23.00 per hour
• New hire sign-on bonus up to $750
• Full benefits package available the 1st of the month following 60 days
• Flexible scheduling available
• Paid training leading to a CDL
• No CDL experience necessary
• Weekly Pay Periods
• Make a difference in student/passenger lives every day

POSITION OVERVIEW

Safely and reliably transport and assist students and other school district passengers to and from school, educational or sporting events, community-based programs and other special activities.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of your assigned vehicle as required.
• Use established routes and designated bus stops.
• Conduct emergency evacuation drills as required.
• Drive defensively under varying traffic conditions and inclement weather.
• Drive with safety of passengers as first priority.
• Establish favorable working relationships with other drivers, maintenance personnel, bus attendants, teachers, passengers, principals, and total school or program staff.
• Bus drivers shall achieve self-improvement by attending training sessions, annual in-service and workshops conducted by Dean Transportation Inc. and/or other approved agencies.

Requirements

SPECIFIC ABILITIES

• Operate all vehicle types in transporting passengers used by Dean.
• Identify with geographic service area of school district and routes you travel.
• Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations promulgated by local, state, and federal agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state laws and local ordinances.
• Deal with exuberant behavior characteristics of youthful riders.
• Administer disciplinary procedures in keeping with company policies.
• Be alert and exercise good judgment concerning emergencies and day-to-day operations.
• Shall be able to conduct a bus evacuation drill as required by Transportation Management.
• Keep accurate records and reports as required, submit in a legible condition, turn in at the specified time.
• Conduct yourself as a professional Dean Transportation staff member at all times.
• Operate all vehicle lifts as prescribed in company policy.
• Secure all equipment that is required for each passenger as prescribed in company policy.
• Be able to lift, store, and disassemble/assemble wheelchairs of a maximum weight of 40 pounds and/or other ambulatory devices required by the passenger.

BODY MECHANICS OF SCHOOL BUS DRIVER

School Bus Drivers are required through their employment to perform various tasks. These physical tasks require varying degrees of lifting, pulling, bending and carrying of heavy objects.

Some examples of these are:

• Opening and closing a bus hood and lifting the hood up to perform pre-trip requirements of the engine.
• Opening and closing of bus entrance and emergency doors.
• Bending, pushing and pulling to load and unload a wheelchair, with or without a passenger, onto a lift platform, by exerting a maximum of 40 lb. of push/pull pressure.
• Bending, supporting and otherwise physically helping passengers into and out of a school bus.
• Carrying and lifting into and from the school bus, personal articles and adaptive equipment of various weights and sizes.
• Bending and stretching for the cleaning and securement of equipment in the interior of the school bus.
• Bend, stretch, pull and drag all persons, equipment or other types of articles that would be of varying sizes and weight out of emergency exits on demand.