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School Bus Driver Trainee

Part-time

DATTCO

Middletown, CTPart-time$23–29.25/hrTracked 1mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$23–29.25/hr
Location
Middletown, CT
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid CT Driver's License

Job overview

DATTCO is hiring a School Bus Driver Trainee. The School Bus Driver Trainee role at DATTCO in Middletown, CT involves safely transporting children to and from school, performing vehicle inspections, and receiving personalized training. The position offers part‑time hours, a child‑care program, paid holidays, and opportunities for career growth within a family‑owned transportation company.

Key focus areas include Safely transport children to and from school, Perform pre‑trip vehicle inspections, and Perform post‑trip vehicle inspections.

Successful candidates bring 21+ Years Old, Valid CT Driver's License, and 3 Years Driving Experience. Important skills include Safely Transport Children, Perform Pre-Trip Vehicle Inspections, and Perform Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Safely Transport ChildrenPerform Pre-Trip Vehicle InspectionsPerform Post-Trip Vehicle Inspections

Qualifications

Valid CT Driver's License3+ Years Driving ExperienceMust Be 21+Pass Background CheckPass Drug Test

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Full job description

School Bus Driver Trainee

Department: School Bus Driver

Location: Middletown, CT

Salary: $23 - $29.25 Per Hour

Career Site : Dattco

START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3762574&source=3762574-CJB-0)

DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned passenger transportation company that serves more than 30 school districts throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Our 2,500 employees safely transport over 140,000 students to and from school every year.

As a DATTCO School Bus Driver, you will have a vital role within your local community by helping get our kids to school safely. This is a perfect role for retirees, parents, grandparents, career changers, experienced drivers and anyone that cares about children.

Hear what it's like from a DATTCO school bus driver:

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/uoal180vsh9wizcmweb0s/Employee-Success-Story-Diana-Jimenez-FINAL.mp4?rlkey=gobg3bhomce8h30vw8gpw9it4&e=2&dl=0

What We Offer:

  • No experience? No worries! We provide personalized training.

  • Part-time work schedule of 20-30 hours per week. Additional hours may be available.

  • Bring Your Child to Work Program. Save on childcare.

  • No long distance trips. Be home every night.

  • Weekend and holiday breaks.

  • Career growth opportunities. We promote from within.

  • Paid holidays.

  • Annual pay raises.

  • Employee referral bonuses.

  • Longevity bonus.

  • Compensation of $23.00-29.25/hour.

Responsibilities:

  • Safely transport children to and from school.

  • Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Requirements:

  • 21+ years old.

  • Valid CT driver's license.

  • 3 years driving experience.

  • Pass a background check. Pass a drug test.

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.

START YOUR APPLICATION (https://apply.hrmdirect.com/resumedirect/ApplyOnline/Apply.aspx?req\_id=3762574&source=3762574-CJB-0)

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