School Bus Driver

Krapf School Bus NJN • Hopatcong, NJ

18d

About The Position

The School Bus Driver provides daily transportation for students to and from school and home, following assigned routes and school district contract requirements. The role requires safe, professional operation of a school bus, compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, and maintaining control of student passengers. Drivers may also transport students with special needs and are responsible for managing their care and behavior within applicable state and district guidelines.

The position includes vehicle inspections and upkeep, route and schedule management, incident and delay reporting, accurate paperwork, student behavior documentation, and protection of confidential student information. Drivers must maintain required licenses, endorsements, and physical certification; attend required training and safety meetings; and complete recertification on time. The role is safety-sensitive and subject to random substance, drug, and alcohol testing. Paid CDL training is available. A $500 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible new hires who need training to obtain a CDL B with S and P endorsements and can work Monday through Friday on both AM and PM routes.

Requirements

• Meet the required state age and possess a valid commercial driver’s license with a valid school bus endorsement.
• Meet school bus physical qualifications, with or without state-approved waivers.
• Have a satisfactory motor vehicle record, criminal history record, and child abuse history record.
• Be able to safely operate large commercial vehicles.
• Be able to read English and understand traffic signs and signals, road maps, and route schedules.
• Successfully complete required skills and classroom recertification training.
• Be able to manage student behavior effectively and in a non-confrontational manner.
• Be able to manage vehicle and student emergencies calmly and appropriately.
• Have a high-school degree or equivalent.
• Meet the physical requirements for the role, including adequate vision and hearing, mobility and range of motion for safe vehicle operation and passenger evacuation, and the ability to push and pull up to 40 pounds of force or meet state requirements.
• Be willing and able to work Monday through Friday on both AM and PM routes to qualify for the sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on an assigned route and comply with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Demonstrate courtesy and professionalism while driving.
• Conduct required vehicle inspections and report mechanical defects to shop staff.
• Maintain and understand route sheets, including time changes, and keep to established route times and mileage.
• Notify a supervisor promptly of route changes or delays.
• Maintain control of student passengers and report discipline problems through district procedures.
• Manage the care and behavior of students with special needs according to state and district guidelines.
• Promptly report vehicle or passenger accidents and incidents and follow company response procedures.
• Report work-related injuries and follow workers’ compensation procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality of student medical and personal information.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, physical exam certification, and school bus endorsement, and provide them to a supervisor.
• Complete required paperwork accurately and on time.
• Follow company procedures for vehicle keys, lock boxes, video cameras, and communication systems.
• Attend required in-service training and safety meetings and complete school bus recertification on time.
• Keep the vehicle clean and orderly and fuel it according to terminal standards.
• Report personal motor vehicle violations as required by DOT regulations.
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $500 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires who require CDL B training with S and P endorsements and can work both AM and PM routes Monday through Friday.
• Paid CDL training.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Teladoc telemedicine services.
• 401(k) with match.
• Access to additional benefit and wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED