School Bus Driver Trainer

DATTCO

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At a glance

Compensation

No compensation found

Location

Watertown, CT

Work Authorization

Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Connecticut CDL Class B With Passenger And School Bus EndorsementsDOT FMCSA Medical Qualification Standards

Job overview

DATTCO is hiring a School Bus Driver Trainer. DATTCO seeks a School Bus Driver Trainer in Watertown, CT to safely transport students, perform vehicle inspections, and ensure compliance with traffic and district regulations while mentoring and training new drivers. The role includes classroom and behind‑the‑wheel instruction, driver evaluations, and maintaining safety program standards, with availability required during summer and school vacations.

Key focus areas include Drive school bus and safely transport students on assigned routes, Perform required pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections and report safety concerns, and Follow all traffic laws, designated routes, railroad crossing and student pick‑up/drop‑off procedures.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 21+, Three Consecutive Years Driving Experience, and Valid Driver’s License. Important skills include Safely Transport Students, Perform Pre-Trip And Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections, Report Safety Or Maintenance Concerns, Follow Traffic Laws, Follow Designated Routes, and Follow Railroad Crossing Procedures. Preferred (not required): State Certified Instructor.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Safely Transport StudentsPerform Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Vehicle InspectionsReport Safety or Maintenance ConcernsFollow Traffic LawsFollow Designated RoutesFollow Railroad Crossing ProceduresFollow Student Pick-Up/Drop-Off ProceduresFollow School District Safety RequirementsMaintain Safe, Respectful, and Orderly EnvironmentProfessional CommunicationComplete Required Safety TrainingComplete DrillsComplete Continuing EducationComplete Compliance RequirementsCommunicate Regulations, Policies, and ProceduresMentor DriversTrain DriversConduct Behind the Wheel TrainingConduct Classroom Pre-Service/in-Service TrainingConduct Post-Accident RetrainingConduct Driver EvaluationsConduct Proficiency ReviewProvide Input to Director of SafetyDocument Progress and ResultsLead by Example With Safety IssuesActive Supporter of Company Safety ProgramComply With Company Policies and ProceduresMaintain Compliance With Federal & State RequirementsCommunicationProfessional AppearanceDriver TrainingClassroom InstructionSafe DrivingVehicle InspectionTraffic Law ComplianceStudent InteractionMentoring and Training DriversDriver EvaluationDocumentation of Training ProgressLeadership and Safety AdvocacyState Certified Instructor

Qualifications

Must Be 21+Three Consecutive Years Driving ExperienceConnecticut CDL Class B With Passenger and School Bus EndorsementsDOT FMCSA Medical Qualification StandardsPre‑Employment Screening Including Fingerprinting and Background ChecksRandom Drug and Alcohol Testing ParticipationConnecticut DMV School Bus Training and Continuing EducationState Certified Instructor

Benefits

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Full job description

School Bus Driver Trainer

Department: School Bus Driver

Location: Watertown, CT

Salary: $0 - $0

Career Site : Dattco

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DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned passenger transportation company that serves 30 school districts throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island.

Click here to watch our School Bus Driver Testimonial! (https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/uoal180vsh9wizcmweb0s/Employee-Success-Story-Diana-Jimenez-FINAL.mp4?rlkey=gobg3bhomce8h30vw8gpw9it4&e=2&dl=0)

Schedule: AM and PM pick up and drop offs, between shift hours will be training new drivers

Why DATTCO?

Weekends off and school holiday breaks.
Bring Your Child to Work Program - save on childcare!
401k with company match.
Career growth opportunities - we promote from within under all DATTCO company brands (DeVivo Companies, Motor Coach, School Bus)
Paid holidays.

Primary Responsibilities

Driver
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 Connecticut DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies.
Trainer
Communicate, mentor, and train drivers to ensure compliance with all federal, state and company regulations, policies and procedures.
Conduct behind the wheel and classroom pre-service/in-service training.
Conduct post-accident retraining as needed.
Conduct driver evaluations and proficiency review as required by regulations and company policies.
Provide ongoing input to Director of Safety regarding changes to improve the Driver Training Program.
Document progress and results of drivers pre-service/in-service training.
Lead by example with all safety issues and be an active supporter and member of the company safety program and its initiatives.
Responsible for complying with all company policies and procedures.
Maintain compliance with all federal & state requirements.
Be available for work during the summer and school vacations.

Position 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 Connecticut DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
Must possess, a valid Connecticut CDL Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements.
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, Connecticut 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 Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual/in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.
Must be able to verbally communicate in a clear, concise manner
Must present a professional appearance

Preferred Requirements

State Certified Instructor

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other protected classes.

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