About This Role
Driving school buses is the core of this energetic role, ensuring safe and reliable transportation for students. You will operate school buses with enthusiasm and professionalism, providing a positive and secure environment for children and young adults. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while honing your driving skills and customer service abilities.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate school buses, transit buses, or paratransit vehicles according to all traffic laws and transportation safety regulations
- Ensure passenger safety by following emergency response procedures for transportation and implementing child, senior, or passenger behavior management techniques
- Assist students with disabilities by providing wheelchair assistance and ensuring proper securement during transit
- Maintain a clean, well-functioning vehicle by conducting pre-trip inspections and reporting any mechanical issues promptly
- Communicate clearly with students, parents, school staff, and dispatchers using effective communication skills to coordinate pickups, drop-offs, and respond to traffic changes quickly
- Follow school policies regarding student discipline and behavior management to promote a respectful environment onboard
- Respond swiftly to emergency stop procedures or unexpected traffic situations to ensure passenger safety at all times
Requirements
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements for school bus
- Proven experience in bus driving, including school bus driving or transit vehicle operation
- Knowledge of traffic laws, vehicle codes, transportation safety regulations, and state/local commercial driving laws
- Experience working with children or elderly populations demonstrating patience, compassion, and excellent customer service skills
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for wheelchair assistance or vehicle maintenance tasks
- Strong communication skills to interact confidently with students, parents, school personnel, and emergency responders
Nice to have:
- First aid certification and CPR training
- Familiarity with emergency response procedures for transportation incidents and child or senior care
Benefits
- Paid training
- Ongoing training in defensive driving techniques, behavior management strategies, and safety protocols
Important Details
- License/Certification: CDL B (Required), Passenger Endorsement (Required), School Bus Endorsement (Required)
About the Company
We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing training in defensive driving techniques, behavior management strategies, and safety protocols—all while ensuring you work in a respectful environment that values your contributions.