School Bus Driver - Stable Hours, Growth & 401k

dattco; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Annual pay raises

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

DATTCO in Watertown, CT is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers to transport students safely on assigned routes and to uphold strict safety standards. The role includes pre-trip inspections, clear communication with school staff, and compliance with DMV/DOT policies.

Benefits include a transparent wage schedule, weekends off, holidays, a 401k with match, and opportunities for career growth within the company, with pay raises announced for the next three years.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have at least 3 consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver's license.
• Must have an acceptable driving record and meet CT DMV, school district and DATTCO eligibility standards.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain/transfer before operating with students, a valid CT 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 as required.
• Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screening, including fingerprinting, background checks, registry checks, driving record review, drug testing, and any other screenings required by law, CT DMV, school district policy, or DATTCO policy.
• Must participate in DOT/FMCSA and/or state-required random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL school bus drivers.
• Must complete and maintain all required CT DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual/in-service training, 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.

Skills

Driving experience

Driver's license

Job description

DATTCO in Watertown, CT is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers to transport students safely on assigned routes and to uphold strict safety standards. The role includes pre-trip inspections, clear communication with school staff, and compliance with DMV/DOT policies.

Benefits include a transparent wage schedule, weekends off, holidays, a 401k with match, and opportunities for career growth within the company, with pay raises announced for the next three years.