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School Bus Travel Driver

DATTCO

Waterbury, CTFull-time$32/hrSeen 2mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$32/hr
Location
Waterbury, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid DOT Medical CertificateDOT/FMCSA Medical Qualification StandardsCompletion Of Connecticut DMV School Bus Training And Proficiency Requirements

Job overview

DATTCO is hiring a School Bus Travel Driver. DATTCO seeks experienced, fully licensed CDL drivers with Passenger and School Bus endorsements to safely transport students on assigned routes in Waterbury, CT, offering a guaranteed 40‑hour week, $32 hourly pay, and benefits such as 401k match and paid holidays.

Key focus areas include Transport students to and from school 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 procedures, and student pick‑up/drop‑off procedures.

Successful candidates bring Must Be 21+, Three Consecutive Years Driving Experience, and Valid Connecticut CDL Class B With Passenger And School Bus Endorsements. 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.

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 EnvironmentMaintain Respectful EnvironmentMaintain Orderly EnvironmentCommunicate ProfessionallyComplete Safety TrainingComplete DrillsComplete Continuing EducationComplete Compliance RequirementsSafe DrivingVehicle InspectionStudent CommunicationRoute AdherenceCompliance With DOT/FMCSA RegulationsValid Connecticut CDL Class BPassenger Endorsement (P)School Bus Endorsement (S)Safe Driving PracticesPre‑Trip Vehicle InspectionPost‑Trip Vehicle InspectionKnowledge of Traffic LawsRailroad Crossing ProceduresStudent Pick‑Up/Drop‑Off ProceduresProfessional CommunicationWillingness to Travel Within Region

Qualifications

Must Be 21+Three Consecutive Years Driving ExperienceAcceptable Driving RecordValid DOT Medical CertificateDOT/FMCSA Medical Qualification StandardsPre‑Employment Screening (Fingerprinting, Background Checks, Drug Testing)Participation in Random Drug and Alcohol Testing ProgramsCompletion of Connecticut DMV School Bus Training and Proficiency Requirements

Benefits

401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

School Bus Travel Driver

Department: School Bus Driver

Location: Waterbury, 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.

We are hiring experienced and fully licensed (CDL with P + S endorsements) School Bus Travel Drivers for our CT locations!

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)

  • Location: Waterbury, CT

  • Hourly Rate: $32/hr

  • Travel: Must be willing to travel within the region.

  • Hours:

  • 40 hours guaranteed

  • Want more hours? No problem, additional hours may be available to you, work with your manager directly to pick up shifts and hours!

Why DATTCO?

  • Weekends off and school holiday breaks.

  • Job stability and longevity.

  • 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.

  • Longevity bonuses.

  • May be eligible for unemployment insurance during the summer months.

  • Employee Referral Program - $1,000 bonuses offered to any current employee that refers someone to work with us!

  • Note: Subject to referral program terms and eligibility requirements.

Who you might be:

  • Veteran seeking PT work.

  • Stay at home parents.

  • Seeking additional hours during the week.

  • Previous work experience in a classroom or working with students.

  • Semi-retired and looking for consistency with less hours.

  • Community minded individual looking to get involved locally.

What You-ll Do:

  • 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.

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. Out of state CDL holders may qualify, subject to Connecticut 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, 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.

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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