School Bus Driver-Blue Mountain SD

North America Central School Bus; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Rohrer Bus, based in Duncannon, PA, seeks a School Bus Driver responsible for safe, timely transport of students to and from school. The role requires courteous, dependable service with strict adherence to DOT and district policies.

Responsibilities include safe operation, daily pre-trip inspections, vehicle maintenance records, and effective student management. Experience with fleet tech like Samsara and Dayforce is a plus; regional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL - Class A or B with Passenger & School Bus Endorsements; no Air Brake restriction.
• DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate; knowledge of state and local traffic laws.
• Must pass comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Primarily regional travel; stamina to maintain attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Transport students courteously in accordance with traffic laws, DOT regulations, and local policies.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections including engine, tires, emergency equipment, interior, and communication.
• Complete daily maintenance reports; maintain fuel and mileage logs; report repairs promptly.
• Promote safe, orderly conduct and attend safety meetings; arrive on time for routes and field trips.

Skills

Courteous & dependable

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Fleet tech familiarity

Education

CDL endorsements (Passenger & School Bus)

DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate

Tools

Samsara GPS/ Fleet tracking

Dayforce scheduling/HR

Job description

Rohrer Bus, based in Duncannon, PA, has delivered school and commercial passenger transportation solutions for over a century. The School Bus Driver is responsible for the safe, timely, and professional transportation of students to and from school.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Safe Operation

• Transport students courteously in accordance with all traffic laws, DOT regulations, and local policies.
• Follow all railroad crossing, school zone, and designated stop protocols.
• Never fuel the vehicle while students or passengers are on board.

Daily Pre-Trip Inspection

• Engine: oil, coolant, belts, leaks. Exterior: tires, body damage, lens caps.
• Emergency equipment: fire extinguisher, First Aid/Body Kits, three reflectors.
• Interior: clean windows, clear driver area, functioning gauges and lights.
• Communication: 2-way radio or phone charged and operational.
• Final check: mirrors, seat belt, brakes; low-speed operational inspection on departure.

Vehicle Maintenance & Records

• Complete daily maintenance reports; maintain fuel and mileage logs.
• Keep the approved route loading zone list in the vehicle; clean bus interior regularly.
• Report all maintenance needs and repairs to a supervisor promptly.

Student Management

• Promote safe, orderly conduct on the bus; report behavioral incidents in writing per district policy.
• Attend all required safety meetings; arrive on time for all routes and field trips.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid CDL - Class A or B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements; no Air Brake restriction.
• DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate; knowledge of state and local traffic laws.

Core Competencies

• Courteous, dependable, and professional with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read materials/screens and communicate clearly in person and by phone.
• Comfortable using fleet and workforce technology systems such as Samsara (GPS/vehicle tracking) and Dayforce (scheduling/HR).
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate a school bus and wheelchair-accessible vehicles.

WORK REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21+ years of age with a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and pre-employment drug screening.
• Primarily regional travel. Must have stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions.
• Physical: lift up to 50 lbs; bend, twist, reach; sit for extended periods (2\" clearance at steering wheel); climb stairs and emergency exits; enter/exit vehicles 13-66\" off the ground.
• Must withstand varying indoor/outdoor conditions including extreme temperatures.