School Bus Driver

Dattco • Harrisville, RI

16d • Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for its Burrillville, Rhode Island location. Drivers transport students to and from school on assigned routes, working split shifts for morning and afternoon routes. Additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The hourly rate is $24.50–$28, with compensation rates stated as transparent for the next three years. The role includes school breaks and weekends off; summer unemployment insurance may be available to eligible employees.

Drivers must hold or obtain/transfer a valid Connecticut CDL Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements before transporting students. They must meet applicable driving, medical, training, screening, and safety requirements. The position includes physical tasks such as vehicle inspections, repeated vehicle entry and exit, and assisting passengers.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have at least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Have an acceptable driving record and meet Connecticut DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
• Possess, or be able to obtain or transfer before operating with students, a valid Connecticut CDL Class B with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements. Out-of-state CDL holders may qualify, subject to Connecticut DMV requirements and DATTCO approval.
• Meet DOT/FMCSA medical qualification standards, including the physical qualification standards in 49 CFR Part 391, and maintain a valid DOT medical certificate as required.
• Successfully complete required pre-employment screening, including fingerprinting, state and national criminal background checks, registry checks, driving record review, drug testing, and any other screenings required by law, Connecticut DMV, school district policy, or DATTCO policy.
• Participate in applicable DOT/FMCSA and/or state-required random drug and alcohol testing programs.
• Complete and maintain required Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual/in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.
• Be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally; repeatedly enter and exit the vehicle; perform vehicle inspections; bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, use vehicle safety equipment; and assist passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working in a classroom or with students.

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 bus.
• 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 applicable Connecticut DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Weekends off and school holiday breaks.
• Annual pay raises with compensation rates transparent for the next three years; union locations are excluded.
• Longevity bonuses.
• Employee referral program with $1,000 bonuses, subject to program terms and eligibility requirements.
• Bring Your Child to Work Program to help save on childcare.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within across DATTCO company brands.
• May be eligible for unemployment insurance during summer months.

What This Job Offers

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