Non-CDL Driver - Stratford, CT

National Express•Stratford, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn is the core mission. The company works tirelessly to ensure the peace of mind of those who have entrusted their children to them, with safety being the cornerstone of all operations. All interested applicants for a Non-CDL Driver position, including those fully qualified with appropriate licenses and endorsements, begin as a Driver in Training. The company invests significantly in training and development to ensure the best-trained drivers in the business. A Driver in Training will be trained by staff to obtain appropriate Driver endorsement(s), where applicable, and to learn company policies and procedures. Upon successful completion of the training program and all necessary requirements, the Driver In Training will be placed in a Non-CDL Driver role.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.
Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening.
Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements.

Responsibilities

Provides safe and reliable transportation service by operating a school bus or other location specific vehicle with a fixed or changing route.
Exhibits the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; Shares concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with their supervisor or manager.
Reports to duty on time and maintains route on time but in a safe manner.
Physically assists passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
Immediately reports any accident or incident per Company policy.
Follows Company Policy around student and/or passenger management.
Informs all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures.
Presents a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submits to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
Maintains a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill.
Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment.
Other duties as assigned.
Additional responsibilities for our Paratransit Drivers may apply per location.