Entry Level School Bus Driver

Beacon Mobility • Richfield, MN

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About The Position

Transit Team, Inc. is hiring an entry-level School Bus Driver Trainee in Richfield, Minnesota. The company provides paid Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT), including classroom and behind-the-wheel training, to help trainees earn a Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. No CDL or prior experience is required to start.

During training, the trainee learns safety procedures, DOT compliance, and student transportation practices while working with certified trainers and mentors. After certification and route assignment, the driver transports students to and from school and activities, performs vehicle inspections and child checks, maintains timely routes and accurate records, and keeps the vehicle clean and well maintained.

Training pay is $18.00 per hour. After certification, pay is $27.00 per hour for SPED routes or $28.00 per hour for RegEd routes, with annual increases. Transit Team is part of Beacon Mobility, an equal opportunity employer. Transit Team describes itself as Minnesota’s largest paratransit provider and says it has provided service in the Twin Cities metropolitan area for more than 65 years.

Requirements

• Must be able to obtain a Class B CDL permit with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements; the company will help with the process.
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical, drug screening, and background check compliant with MN DOT/FMCSA requirements.
• Clean driving record.
• Dependable and safety-focused.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.

Nice To Haves

• Military applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Complete the ELDT program, including classroom and behind-the-wheel training.
• Learn safety procedures, DOT compliance, and student transportation best practices.
• Work with certified trainers and mentors during training.
• Safely transport students to and from school and activities after certification and route assignment.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Conduct child checks after each route.
• Maintain on-time route performance.
• Interact professionally with students, parents, and school staff.
• Maintain accurate records and keep the vehicle clean and well maintained.

Benefits

• Paid training for CDL and endorsements.
• Yearly pay increases.
• Paid holidays.
• PTO.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Earned wage access with Tapcheck.
• Career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed