School Bus Driver-Jim Thorpe SD

Rohrer Bus; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Rohrer Bus, based in Duncannon, PA, is seeking a School Bus Driver to safely transport students to and from school. You will follow all traffic laws, complete pre-trip inspections, maintain neat records, and promote orderly conduct on every ride.

Requirements include a valid CDL with Passenger and School Bus endorsements, a DOT Medical Certificate, and the ability to pass background and drug screening. Regional travel and reliable transportation are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be courteous, dependable and professional with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to read materials and communicate clearly in person and by phone.
• Familiarity with fleet technology systems (GPS/vehicle tracking) and scheduling/HR tools.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely and courteously following traffic laws and district policies.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections and maintain vehicle records.
• Promote safe behavior and attend safety meetings; ensure timely routes and field trips.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Reading/comprehension

Professional demeanor

Tools

Samsara

Dayforce

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.

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