School Bus Driver (CDL B) – Mon–Fri, 40 hrs

Cheshire Public Schools; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Cheshire Public Schools is seeking a Student Transportation Driver to safely transport students K-12 on established routes, Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, 40 hours per week. This role requires vigilance to traffic and weather, proper vehicle inspections, and strict adherence to safety rules while maintaining a positive, orderly bus environment.

Responsibilities include following route sheets, communicating with parents and school staff, and assisting students with safety restraints when needed;

Qualifications

• CDL B with P and S endorsement or Class D with V endorsement.
• Pass background check, DOT physical and drug test.
• Maintain commercial driver's medical certificate and pass random tests.
• 120 working day probationary period.
• Experience transporting K-12 students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Transport students to and from school in a safe and efficient manner per routes and laws.
• Read and follow bus route sheets and instructions.
• Communicate effectively with passengers, parents, and school officials.
• Use two-way radio to communicate with the Transportation Office.
• Complete pre/post trip inspections and report deficiencies.
• Enforce bus safety rules and manage student behavior.
• Ensure students are secured in seatbelts or car seats when equipped.
• Assist students with restraints if necessary.
• Assist physically challenged students when needed.
• Inspect vehicles after routes for sleeping students and items left behind.
• Substitute as Transportation Aide if necessary.

Skills

Safe driving

Communication

Read route sheets

Tools

CDL B with P&S endorsement

Class D with V endorsement

Job description

Cheshire Public Schools is seeking a Student Transportation Driver to safely transport students K-12 on established routes, Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–3:00 PM, 40 hours per week. This role requires vigilance to traffic and weather, proper vehicle inspections, and strict adherence to safety rules while maintaining a positive, orderly bus environment.

Responsibilities include following route sheets, communicating with parents and school staff, and assisting students with safety restraints when needed;