School Car Driver — Safe Student Transport (Full-Time)

City-of-Harrisonburg,-Va; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid leave

Holidays

Job summary

The City of Harrisonburg is seeking a School Car Driver for the Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation. This full-time role offers benefits and a starting pay of $17.92 per hour.

CDL is not required, and candidates must be available for at least 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday, to transport students to regional cities such as Staunton, Charlottesville, Edinburg, and Lexington. Routes vary by day and are assigned on hire based on business needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and some experience operating passenger vehicles or similar equipment and in dealing with the public.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Click here for the physical requirements of this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, dependable transportation for students along an assigned route.
• Assist students as they board and exit the vehicle and maintain a welcoming environment.
• Respond to changing traffic conditions and passenger emergencies using radio communication.
• Complete pre-trip vehicle inspections and report maintenance or equipment concerns.
• Keep vehicle clean, fueled, and ready for daily routes.

Skills

Public interaction

Safe driving

Radio communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Harrisonburg is seeking a School Car Driver for the Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation. This full-time role offers benefits and a starting pay of $17.92 per hour.

CDL is not required, and candidates must be available for at least 6 hours per day, Monday through Friday, to transport students to regional cities such as Staunton, Charlottesville, Edinburg, and Lexington. Routes vary by day and are assigned on hire based on business needs.