School Bus Driver

DS Bus Lines; Village of Garden City (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is hiring School Bus and Van Drivers in Nassau County, Long Island. Offering competitive pay, flexible schedules, and significant bonuses for CDL drivers, this role provides an opportunity to positively impact the community by ensuring children's safe transportation. Free CDL training is available for candidates without a license, making this an accessible opportunity for dedicated individuals.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Optional Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years old with at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background check.
• Willingness to obtain CDL training if non-CDL.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus or van to transport students safely.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting.

Skills

Safety compliance

Time management

Customer service

Education

Valid NYS CDL Class A or B

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

VTC Bus Corp.A Driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre-trip inspections, performing child checks post-route, and keeping their vehicle within DOT regulations are the most important tasks of the driver.

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 Nassau County, Long Island. A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer FREE CDL training to help you get started!

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule: Split-shift with morning and afternoon shifts
• Guaranteed Hours: 30 hours per week
• FREE CDL Permit Training
• $2,500 Bonus upon completion of CDL training and certification
• $3,500 Sign-on Bonus for fully licensed NY CDL drivers with A, B, or C licenses with P & S endorsements
• Starting Pay Rate for School Bus Van Drivers: $23.80/hour
• Starting Pay Rate for School Bus Drivers: $27.95/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 and complete CDL permit training.

About WE Transport:

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

Beacon Mobility is a growing family of companies committed to serving the diverse needs of our customers. Experienced, compassionate, and inspired, we take pride in our ability to create customized, mobility-based solutions that empower people to get where they need to go. Our purpose is simple - MOBILITY WITHOUT LIMITS: Transporting people to live, learn, and achieve. We are dedicated to providing those we serve with the opportunities, resources, and support to confidently move ahead. We support safe, compassionate, and inclusive environments that provide our communities with the mobility solutions they need to flourish and succeed. Backed by nearly 70 years of experience, Beacon Mobility operations can be found in Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois and Minnesota providing support to over 10,000 employees in over 1,300 communities through the delivery of Paratransit and School Bus services leveraging a fleet of over 6,500 vehicles.

About Us

Beacon Mobility is a family of transportation companies committed to serving the diverse needs of our customers. Experienced, compassionate, and dedicated, we take pride in our ability to create customized, mobility-based solutions that empower people to get where they need to go. Our purpose is simple – MOBILITY WITHOUT LIMITS: Transporting people to live, learn, and achieve. We are dedicated to providing those we serve with the opportunities, resources, and support to confidently move ahead.

We support safe, compassionate, and inclusive environments that provide our communities with the mobility solutions they need to flourish and succeed. Backed by nearly 100 years of experience, Beacon Mobility operations can be found in 22 states, our 15,000 employees providing Paratransit, School Bus, Special Education, Non-Emergency Medical, and Alternative Student Transportation to special populations in more than 1,500 communities.