RIDE Van Driver

Dattco•North Smithfield, RI

16d•Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced Van Drivers for its North Smithfield, Rhode Island location to transport students to and from school on assigned routes. This is a part-time position with a split shift and 20 guaranteed hours per week, covering morning and afternoon student pickups and drop-offs. Additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The hourly rate is $21–$23.25, depending on licensing and years of experience; the posting notes transparent rates for the next three years. No prior experience is required, and training is provided. Drivers must meet applicable Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility, licensing, physical qualification, screening, and training requirements. The role involves vehicle inspections, compliance with safety procedures, communication with students and members of the school community, and maintaining a safe and orderly environment during transportation. The position requires physical activity, including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and assisting passengers with boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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 Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
Must hold, or be able to obtain before transporting students, a Pupil Transportation Card and a Chauffeur Endorsement.
Must successfully complete all Rhode Island DMV-required training and qualification requirements for Student Transportation Vehicle operators.
Must meet physical qualification standards under 49 CFR Part 391 and maintain any required medical certification.
Must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including driving record review, fingerprinting, state and national criminal background checks, and any other screenings required by Rhode Island DMV, applicable school districts, or DATTCO policy.
Must complete and maintain required annual, in-service, safety, and regulatory training.
Must comply with applicable Rhode Island DMV, school district, and company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally; enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly; perform vehicle inspections; bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, use vehicle safety equipment; and assist passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations.

Responsibilities

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 traffic laws, designated routes, railroad crossing procedures, student pick-up and drop-off procedures, and school district safety requirements.
Maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment for students while operating the vehicle.
Communicate professionally with students, parents or guardians, school staff, transportation supervisors, and safety personnel.
Complete required safety training, drills, continuing education, and compliance requirements under Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO policies.
Complete and maintain required annual, in-service, safety, and regulatory training.
Comply with applicable Rhode Island DMV, school district, and company safety policies and procedures.