School Bus Driver

Dean Transportation; Town of Covert (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading transportation company as a School Bus Driver, where you'll play a crucial role in safely transporting students. Enjoy flexible scheduling, paid training, and a supportive work environment. No prior CDL experience is necessary, and you can earn up to $25.50 per hour with a sign-on bonus. Make a difference in your community while enjoying a full benefits package.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $750

Flexible scheduling

Paid training leading to a CDL

Full benefits package

Qualifications

• Ability to operate all vehicle types used by Dean.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal transportation regulations.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and events.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Instruct passengers on safety procedures.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication

Judgment

Job description

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SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS

• Earn up to $25.50 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.
• Instruct passenger riders regarding safety.
• 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 school or program staff.
• Attend training sessions, annual in-service, and workshops conducted by Dean Transportation Inc. and/or other approved agencies to achieve self-improvement.

Requirements

Specific Abilities

• Operate all vehicle types used by Dean for transporting passengers.
• Identify with the geographic service area of the school district and routes traveled.
• Demonstrate knowledge of rules and regulations from local, state, and federal agencies.
• Handle exuberant behavior of youthful riders appropriately.
• Administer disciplinary procedures in accordance with company policies.
• Exercise good judgment concerning emergencies and daily operations.
• Conduct bus evacuation drills as required.
• Keep accurate records and reports, submitting them legibly and on time.
• Maintain professionalism as a Dean Transportation staff member.
• Operate all vehicle lifts as prescribed in company policy.
• Secure all equipment required for passengers as per company policy.
• Lift, store, and disassemble/assemble wheelchairs up to 40 pounds or other ambulatory devices as needed.

Body Mechanics

School Bus Drivers must perform physical tasks involving lifting, pulling, bending, and carrying heavy objects, such as opening bus hoods, operating doors, loading wheelchairs, and assisting passengers.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Truck Transportation