Van Driver

National Express LTD; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join National Express as a Driver in Training, where you will ensure students are transported safely and reliably. You will receive comprehensive training, and upon completion, transition to a Non-CDL Driver role. Enjoy benefits such as a flexible schedule and the opportunity to work only during school hours with summers off.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Competitive Rates

Career Opportunities

No Nights or Weekends

Summers Off

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid state driver's license required.
• Pass all training and safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and reliable transportation service.
• Assists passengers in vehicle evacuation during emergencies.
• Maintains a professional appearance at all times.

Skills

Defensive Driving

Passenger Safety

Time Management

Vehicle Operation

Job description

Getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn is what we do. We work tirelessly to ensure the peace of mind of those who have entrusted their children to us. Safety, above all, is the cornerstone on which we build everything. We are dedicated to ensuring children arrive to school safely and on time so they can make the most of their school day. Learn more at nellc.com.

All interested applicants for a Non-CDL Driver position, including those applicants that are fully qualified with appropriate license and endorsements, begin with us as a Driver in Training. The best-trained drivers in the business work for us because we devote a significant amount of resources, training, and development to our employees.

A Driver in Training will be trained by our staff to obtain appropriate Driver endorsement(s), where applicable, and to learn our Company policies and procedures. Upon successful completion of the training program all necessary requirements for the position, the Driver In Training will be placed in Non-CDL Driver role.

We Offer

• A Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Rates
• Career Opportunities
• No Nights or Weekends
• Summers Off, but with an opportunity to work summers in some locations
  
  

Responsibilities Include

• Provides safe and reliable transportation service by operating a location specific vehicle with a fixed or changing route.
• Reports to duty on time and maintains route on time in a safe manner.
• Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.
• Follows Company Policy around student and/or passenger management.
• Informs all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.
• Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
• Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate staff member in a timely manner.
• Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill.
• Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities for our Paratransit Drivers may apply per location.
  
  

Qualifications

Requirements Include:

• Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
• Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements.
  
  

At National Express our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.