School Bus Driver

Leesel Transportation; Elmont (NY); On-site; USD 33,062 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Guaranteed Hours

Paid CDL Training

Sign-on Bonus

Starting Pay Rate

Paid Time Off

401(k) Match

Life Insurance

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

WE Transport Inc. is hiring drivers in Nassau County, Long Island, to operate school buses or vans, transporting students daily. We offer flexible schedules, guaranteed hours, and paid CDL training through our program.

Starting pay for van drivers is $24.37/hour with CDL endorsements; we provide benefits options including medical, dental, and vision; company-paid life insurance and a 401(k) match. CDL training is free for non‑CDL applicants.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have at least 1 year of driving experience.
• Possess a valid NYS CDL Class A/B with P & S endorsements for buses, or Class C with P & S endorsements for vans, or willingness to obtain via our free training.
• Ability to pass drug test and background check, and comply with CDL guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus or van to transport students to and from school safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions, and student behavior to ensure a safe ride.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, as well as district requirements and standards.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and report any issues.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle when necessary.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

21+ years old

Job description

WE Transport Inc.

Are you looking for the perfect combination of Pay, Benefits, and Flexibility? Look no further! Join WE Transport as a SUV (entry level), Van or School Bus Driver and enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance. Plus, you’ll make a positive impact on the lives of children in your community by ensuring they get to school safely.

WE Transport is currently hiring in Nassau County, Long Island. A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer FREE CDL training to help you get started!

What We Offer

• Flexible Schedule: Split shift with morning and afternoon shifts
• Guaranteed Hours: 25-30 hours per week
• PAID CDL TRAINING
• $5000 Sign‑on Bonus for fully licensed NY CDL drivers with A, B, or C licenses with P & S endorsements
• Starting Pay Rate for Van Drivers: $24.37/hour (Must have CDL A, B or C with P and S Endorsement to qualify)
• Earned Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Optional Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Job Responsibilities

• Operate a school bus or van to transport students to and from school safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions, and student behavior to ensure a safe ride.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, as well as district requirements and standards.
• Perform pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections and report any issues.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle when necessary.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Possess a valid NYS CDL Class A or B with P & S endorsements for buses, or a Class C with P & S endorsements for vans (or willingness to obtain through our free training).
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and maintain compliance with state and federal CDL guidelines.
• Non‑CDL drivers must hold a valid driver’s license and complete CDL permit training.

About WE Transport

Since 1959, WE Transport has been a leading provider of school transportation services across Long Island. We specialize in home‑to‑school transportation for public, private, parochial, and special needs students.

We Transport / Towne Bus is a premier Long Island‑based school bus company serving districts throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York City, Westchester County, and Bridgeport, Connecticut.

A major part of our company’s repertoire includes special needs transportation and services for wheelchair‑bound individuals.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.