School Bus Driver - Split Shifts, 401k & Growth

Thermo King Northeast; Cheshire (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Annual pay raises

Longevity bonuses

Paid holidays

Bring Your Child to Work Program

Employee Referral Program - $1,000

Training program for referrals

Career growth opportunities

Job stability and longevity

Job summary

DATTCO in Cheshire, CT is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers to transport students on assigned routes. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and ensure safety and compliance.

Join a family-owned company offering stability, with opportunities for career growth, competitive pay, a 401k with company match, paid holidays, annual pay raises, longevity bonuses, and a referral program. Training programs are available to qualified referrals.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• At least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain/transfer before operating with students, a valid Connecticut CDL Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
• Must meet DOT/FMCSA medical qualification standards and maintain a valid DOT medical certificate.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screenings including fingerprinting, background checks, driving record review and drug testing.
• Must participate in DOT/FMCSA random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL school bus drivers.
• Must complete Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes.
• Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Follow all traffic laws, designated routes, railroad crossing procedures, student pick-up/drop-off procedures, and school district safety requirements.
• Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment for students while operating the bus.
• Communicate professionally with students, parents/guardians, school staff, transportation supervisors, and safety personnel.
• Complete all required safety training, drills, continuing education, and compliance requirements under Connecticut DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies.

Job description

DATTCO in Cheshire, CT is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers to transport students on assigned routes. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and ensure safety and compliance.

Join a family-owned company offering stability, with opportunities for career growth, competitive pay, a 401k with company match, paid holidays, annual pay raises, longevity bonuses, and a referral program. Training programs are available to qualified referrals.