School Bus Driver Trainee — Paid Training + Benefits

Drivergent Transportation; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental and V

401k Retirement with company-match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Drivergent Transportation is seeking a School Bus Driver Trainee in Sterling Heights, MI. You will be trained in-house to join the driving team and transport students safely, ensuring on-time routes and professional conduct.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Training leads to full-time CDL status with benefits and a 6-hour shift guarantee.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with students, parents and staff.
• Knowledge of traffic regulations and safe driving practices.
• Ability to stay calm and organized in challenging situations.
• Ability to operate and navigate GPS systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students per district policies and laws.
• Manage students on the bus in a calm and safe manner.
• Passenger safety and evacuation procedures as needed.
• Complete required paperwork including timecards and route sheets.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Traffic rules knowledge

Stress tolerance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Drivergent Transportation is seeking a School Bus Driver Trainee in Sterling Heights, MI. You will be trained in-house to join the driving team and transport students safely, ensuring on-time routes and professional conduct.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, strong communication skills, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Training leads to full-time CDL status with benefits and a 6-hour shift guarantee.