Job Overview
Join our dynamic transportation team as a Bus Driver, where your role is vital in ensuring safe, reliable, and friendly transit services for passengers of all ages and needs. You will operate various types of buses, including school buses, transit buses, and paratransit vehicles, delivering exceptional customer service while adhering to strict safety standards. Your energetic approach and commitment to safety will help foster a positive travel experience for every passenger. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the community by providing dependable transportation services with professionalism and care.
Duties
- Safely operate buses across designated routes, including school, transit, and specialized transportation services such as wheelchair assistance and senior care transport
- Follow traffic laws, vehicle codes, and transportation safety regulations to ensure passenger safety at all times
- Conduct pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle condition, including checking brakes, lights, signals, and emergency equipment
- Assist passengers with boarding and exiting, providing support for individuals with mobility challenges or special needs
- Manage student discipline and behavior management to maintain a safe environment onboard
- Respond quickly to traffic changes or emergencies by implementing emergency stop procedures and emergency response protocols for transportation incidents
- Communicate effectively with passengers using clear language; utilize multilingual skills when applicable to serve diverse communities
- Complete detailed reports on routes, incidents, or vehicle maintenance issues; maintain accurate logs of daily activities and safety checks
- Ensure compliance with child care policies when transporting children; provide first aid or CPR if necessary during emergencies
Experience
- Proven experience operating commercial vehicles such as school buses or transit buses in accordance with state and local laws
- Knowledge of transportation safety regulations including emergency response procedures for transportation and passenger safety protocols
- Experience working with children or elderly populations is highly desirable, demonstrating patience and excellent behavior management skills
- Familiarity with wheelchair assistance techniques and paratransit service operations
- Strong communication skills in English; multilingual abilities are a plus for serving diverse communities
- Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for vehicle inspections or assisting passengers with mobility devices
- Valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) with appropriate endorsements; clean driving record required
- Understanding of school policies related to student discipline and childcare regulations; knowledge of traffic laws and vehicle codes
This role is perfect for energetic individuals eager to provide essential transportation services while ensuring the highest standards of safety and customer care. Join us in making a positive impact—drive your career forward today!
Pay: From $24.88 per hour
Benefits:
- Life insurance
- Paid training
- Relocation assistance
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
