School Bus Driver

Beacon Mobility; Village of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Wages

Earned Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

401(k) with company match

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Optional Medical, Dental & Vision

Job summary

WE Transport Inc. in Chester, NY is seeking responsible drivers to operate school buses or vans, transporting students safely to and from school. A valid NY CDL with P&S endorsements is required for buses (A/B) or vans (C) and applicants must be at least 21 years old with at least 1 year of driving experience.

We offer flexible schedules, competitive wages, and benefits including PTO, holidays, and insurance options. Join a trusted provider serving local districts with a strong safety record.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Possess a NYS CDL Class A or B with P and S endorsements for buses, or a Class C with P and S endorsements for vans.
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and maintain compliance with CDL guidelines.

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.

Skills

Valid NY CDL

P&S Endorsements

Safe driving

Tools

CDL A/B with P&S endorsements for buses

CDL C with P&S endorsements for vans

Job description

WE Transport Inc.Location: Chester, New YorkWhat We Offer:Flexible Schedule: Split shift with morning and afternoon shiftsCompetitive WagesEarned Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay401(k) with company matchCompany-Paid Life InsuranceOptional Medical, Dental & Vision InsuranceStarting Pay Rate for School Bus Van Drivers: $25.24 per hourStarting Pay Rate for School Bus Drivers: $27.32 per hour (CDL A or B with P and S Endorsement Required)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 vansAbility to pass a drug test, background check, and maintain compliance with state and federal CDL guidelines.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.