School Bus Driver - Lansing

DRIVERGENT INC; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 31,684 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits – Medical, Dental and 

Vision

Aflac Supplemental

401k Retirement with company-match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Drivergent Transportation in Lansing, MI is seeking a dedicated School Bus Driver to safely transport students and ensure routes run on time. You will uphold safety, reliability, and customer service standards while working in busy environments.

Responsibilities include pre/post-trip inspections, reporting issues, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. Strong communication with parents and staff is essential, with endorsements like RESA and CDL preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years experience; 3+ years preferred.
• RESA, CDL (Class A or B), Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsements; Michigan State Education Card

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students and ensure on-time routes per client policies and laws.
• Manage and keep students calm and orderly on the bus.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Report on-time duty and route performance.
• Assist passengers in evacuations during emergencies.
• Complete route change sheets, timecards, and vehicle repair requests.
• Maintain a clean, presentable interior and professional appearance.
• Communicate with parents, students, staff, and customers.
• Operate wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment safely.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

RESA license

CDL Class A or B

Tools

GPS navigation

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Lansing, MI. Position Type: Full Time. Education Level: High School. Job Category: Transportation.

As a School Bus Driver for Drivergent Transportation, you will safely transport students, exceed customer expectations, and ensure routes are operated on time. Successful drivers put safety first, are reliable and work in challenging and busy environments. We support our customers by understanding their needs and creating solutions to ensure their students and families are transported safely.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students; including all duties connected to operating a school bus per all applicable client district policies & state/federal laws.
• Ability to manage and maintain all students on the bus in a calm and safe manner.
• Conduct all pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required.
• Report to duty on time and maintain route on time and in a safe manner.
• Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Inform all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures/incidents.
• Complete all required paperwork (including route change sheets, timecards, vehicle repair requests).
• Keep the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable.
• Present a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
• Maintain a professional attitude with parents, students, other staff members, fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers.
• Safely and efficiently utilize vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.

Position Requirements

• Ability to take and pass Continuing Education Class.
• Able to understand and have empathy for children and persons with disability.
• Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to operate and navigate a full-size or special-need school bus.
• Ability to effectively operate a GPS.
• Ability to work outside in various climates and weather conditions.
• Must be reliable, and capable of working a flexible schedule.
• Must practice defensive driving at all times to avoid vehicular and industrial accidents.
• Proficient in English sufficient enough to read road signs and communicate with personnel.

Minimum Requirements

• Age: Minimum 21 years of age.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.
• Work Experience: 1+ years; 3+ years preferred.
• Certifications/Licenses:
  • RESA
  • Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
  • Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsements
  • Michigan State Education Card

Compensation and Benefits

• $23 to $28 per hour, depending on experience.
• 6-hour workday guarantee.
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Aflac Supplemental.
• 401k Retirement with company-match.