CDL Bus Operator

Mozaic•Penn Yan, NY

5d•$20 - $21

About The Position

Many People... One Strong Community... Join Our Growing Team! Join Mozaic (A Chapter of Arc NY) as a CDL Bus Operator in Yates County and turn every mile into meaningful impact. If you love being on the road and want a job where your work truly matters, this is your chance to drive with purpose. As a Bus Driver at Mozaic, you're not just transporting passengers-you're helping individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities connect to programs, opportunities, and their community. You are a trusted, caring presence who helps people start and end their day safely, confidently, and with dignity. Bus Operator Duties: Each day, you'll drive assigned routes with care, confidence, and professionalism, ensuring passengers arrive safely and on time. You'll conduct thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain reliable transportation, properly secure passengers using approved safety equipment and protocols, and build positive, respectful relationships with passengers, families, and staff. When mechanical or safety concerns arise, you'll act quickly to report them and protect everyone involved. Safety is always the priority-but your kindness, reliability, and compassion are what truly make the difference. This isn't just a driving job; it's an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every single day. Bus Operator Schedule & Pay: Full-time and part-time positions available Monday–Friday, morning and afternoon routes Competitive pay: $20.00–$21.00 per hour Bus Operator Requirements: Class C CDL with Passenger Endorsement (preferred, not required for all roles) Ability to obtain 19A Certification SCR clearance Bus Operator Benefits Package: We take care of our team with benefits that support your health, finances, and future: Medical, dental, vision and pet insurance Flexible spending accounts 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Same-day pay Tuition reimbursement & student loan forgiveness eligibility Paid vacation and holidays Pre-paid legal services Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid comprehensive training & certification Wellness incentives Choose Mozaic! Mozaic, a not-for-profit organization based in the Finger Lakes Region, specializes in providing services and residential facilities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a prominent advocate for supporting and improving the lives of over 2,000 individuals with disabilities in our area. Mozaic is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disabled Employer

Requirements

Class C CDL with Passenger Endorsement (preferred, not required for all roles)
Ability to obtain 19A Certification
SCR clearance

Responsibilities

Drive assigned routes with care, confidence, and professionalism, ensuring passengers arrive safely and on time.
Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain reliable transportation
Properly secure passengers using approved safety equipment and protocols
Build positive, respectful relationships with passengers, families, and staff.
Act quickly to report mechanical or safety concerns