Van Driver

Student Transportation Of America; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Guaranteed hours

Paid time off

Snow days

Holidays

Job summary

Student Transportation Of America (STA) in Bedford, NH, is seeking a Van Driver to join a local management-supported team. You will drive a minivan on designated routes, loading and unloading students while following safety schedules and company procedures.

The role includes a paid training program, guaranteed hours (2.5 hours morning and 2.5 hours afternoon), and paid time off with snow days and holidays. A valid state license and DOT physical are required; wheelchair lift operation may be

Qualifications

• Valid state driver’s license meeting company standards.
• Current DOT physical examination.
• Ability to operate assigned vehicles (including wheelchair lifts, safety vests) in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive a minivan on designated routes according to time schedules.
• Transport students, teachers, and staff on activities.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Complete mandatory child checks after each run.
• Maintain safe and respectful behavior among passengers.
• Follow policies for student/client management and interactions with parents, teachers, guardians, medical staff, and the public.
• Assist with route documentation, updates, and efficiency tracking.
• Keep accurate records and submit required reports.
• Clean and refuel vehicles as needed.
• Report mechanical issues promptly.
• Provide students with safety instructions and conduct evacuation drills.

Skills

Safe driving

DOT medical card

Vehicle operation

Passenger safety

Job description

As a Van Driver, you’ll have the support of a dedicated local management team and receive paid training to perform your job safely and with care.

What Bedford Has To Offer

• Pay Range: $21.25/hr in your first year– then $24.25/hr
• Paid Training Program:Get paid while you learn.
• Why pay for daycare:Save on daycare with our child ride-along program, no minimum age to ride with you.
• Guaranteed hours:You will receive a guarantee of 2.5 hours for the morning shift and 2.5 hours for the afternoon.
• Paid time off:You will receive 3 paid snow days a year, 7 paid holidays and gain earned time to be used towards future time off.

Key Duties

• Safely drive a minivan on designated routes according to set time schedules, loading and unloading students or clients at assigned locations.
• Transport students, teachers, and staff on school activity trips.
• Perform required pre- and post-trip vehicle safety inspections.
• Complete mandatory child checks after each run.
• Maintain safe and respectful behavior among passengers.
• Follow company policies for student/client management and interactions with parents, teachers, guardians, medical staff, and the public.
• Assist with route documentation, updates, and efficiency tracking as requested by Operations staff.
• Keep accurate records and submit required reports.
• Clean and refuel vehicles as needed.
• Report mechanical issues promptly.
• Provide students with safety instructions and conduct evacuation drills.
• Valid state driver’s license that meets company driving standards
• Current DOT physical examination
• Ability to operate assigned vehicles, including those with specialized equipment (e.g., wheelchair lifts, safety vests), in all road and weather conditions

Student Transportation of America (STA) is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. We welcome all qualified applicants, including veterans, and provide fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, or any other status protected by law.

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