School Bus Driver - Trenton/Flat Rock

Drivergent Transportation; Trenton (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health Benefits

401k

Aflac Supplemental

Job summary

Drivergent Transportation in Trenton, MI is seeking a full-time School Bus Driver to safely transport students and ensure routes run on time. You will perform pre- and post-trip inspections, maintain student safety and discipline on board, and communicate effectively with school staff and families.

Qualified applicants have a Class A/B CDL with required endorsements, RESA, and Michigan State Education Card.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must demonstrate safety-first driving and defensive driving techniques.
• Ability to operate and navigate a school bus including GPS systems.

Responsibilities

• Safely and reliably transport students per district policies and state/federal laws.
• Maintain order and safety of students on board.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and document procedures.
• Report on-time starts, timely route management, and vehicle issues.
• Assist passengers during emergencies and evacuations when needed.
• Complete required paperwork (timecards, route changes, vehicle repairs).
• Keep vehicle interior clean and presentable and maintain professional appearance.
• Interacting politely with parents, students, staff, and customers.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety first

Defensive driving

GPS navigation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Trenton, MI 48183

Position Type: Full Time

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 utilizes 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

Certifications/Licenses

• RESA


• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)


• Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsements


• Michigan State Education Card

• Age: Minimum 21 years of age


• Education: High School Diploma or GED Required


• Work Experience: 1+ Years; 3+ years preferred

Compensation and Benefits

• $23.00 to $28.00 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