School Bus Driver
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Job Summary
Position Summary
The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating a school bus according to an assigned daily schedule while ensuring the vehicle is maintained in proper operating condition at all times. This role includes the safe pickup and drop-off of students maintaining order and security on the bus and complying with all applicable laws regulations and company policies.
Free CDL training is available for qualified candidates.
Salary Range: $28.20 $33.39 per hour
Schedule: Full-time or Part-time; varying shifts based on seniority
Benefits: Medical paid time off 401(k) Life Insurance
Responsibilities
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle and on-board equipment.
Operate the school bus safely and efficiently to minimize risk of injury property damage or loss of life.
Comply with all federal state and local traffic laws regulations and company policies.
Maintain a clean organized and securely parked bus at all times.
Report maintenance or repair needs promptly to a supervisor or dispatch.
Maintain schedules and ensure order and proper behavior on the bus.
Pick up and transport students according to assigned routes and schedules; take attendance and communicate passenger rules and responsibilities.
Provide excellent customer service by safely operating wheelchair lifts and assisting passengers with disabilities during boarding riding and exiting ensuring proper use of on-board restraints.
Communicate effectively with dispatch via two-way radio and report behavioral or disciplinary issues as needed.
Report hazardous or unsafe conditions along routes and at passenger loading zones including traffic issues road hazards construction obstructions and potential criminal activity.
Adapt to changing conditions such as weather traffic delays accidents passenger concerns and route changes.
Assist in controlling accident or incident scenes when required.
Perform other related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.
Attend all mandatory meetings including safety training retraining and employee meetings.
Knowledge & Skills
Ability to operate a school bus in a safe and responsible manner.
Knowledge of highway traffic laws and school bus regulations.
Ability to work effectively with children including those with special needs.
Familiarity with scheduling systems procedures and basic recordkeeping.
Ability to read write and speak basic English.
Strong courteous and effective communication skills.
Qualifications
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical including a DOT medical card and DOT drug screening.
Must be at least 23 years of age.
No convictions for driving while license is suspended or revoked.
Availability to work varying shifts; assignments based on seniority.
Commitment to safety reliability and professional conduct.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- School Bus Driving
- Employee Evaluation
- Communication skills
- Interviewing
- Paratransit
- Van Driver
- Bus Driving
- Commercial Driving
- Driving
- Human Resources
- Motor Coach Experience
About Company
Our school bus division (operating under the names Suffolk Transportation Service, Inc., Suffolk Transportation Corp., Suffolk Transportation Systems, Inc., Suffolk Transit Service, Inc. - all New York Corporations) has been in business for over 70 years as a school bus transportation ... View more
