About This Role
Driving a school bus for students in North Smithfield, RI, is the core of this part-time role, which involves safely transporting students on assigned routes and maintaining a respectful environment on the bus. The position suits an experienced driver who is community-minded and looking for consistent hours.
Responsibilities
- Safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes
- Perform required pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns
- Follow all traffic laws, designated routes, railroad crossing procedures, student pick-up/drop-off procedures, and school district safety requirements
- Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment for students while operating the bus
- Communicate professionally with students, parents/guardians, school staff, transportation supervisors, and safety personnel
- Complete all required safety training, drills, continuing education, and compliance requirements under Rhode Island DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must have at least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license
- Must have an acceptable driving record and meet Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards
- Must possess, or be able to obtain/transfer before operating with students, a valid Rhode Island CDL Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements
- Out-of-state CDL holders may qualify, subject to RI DMV requirements and DATTCO approval
- Must meet DOT/FMCSA medical qualification standards, including the physical qualification standards in 49 CFR Part 391, and maintain a valid DOT medical certificate as required
- Must successfully complete all required pre-employment screening, including fingerprinting, state and national criminal background checks, registry checks, driving record review, drug testing, and any other screenings required by law, Rhode Island DMV, school district policy, or DATTCO policy
- Must participate in DOT/FMCSA and/or state-required random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL school bus drivers
- Must complete and maintain all required Rhode Island DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual/in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements
Benefits
- Job stability and longevity
- 401k with company match
- Career growth opportunities - promotion from within under all DATTCO company brands (DeVivo Companies, Motor Coach, School Bus)
- Paid holidays
- Annual pay raises with transparent rates for the next 3 years (union locations not included)
