School Bus Driver

Dattco•Bristol, CT

16d•Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for its Bristol, Connecticut location. Drivers transport students to and from school on assigned routes. The role has split shifts for morning and afternoon school bus routes; additional hours may be available by arranging shifts with a manager. DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned passenger transportation company serving 30 school districts throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island, with 2,500 employees transporting more than 140,000 students each year. The position offers an hourly rate of $30.32–$33.63, with compensation rates shown for the next three years. Other offerings include weekends off and school holiday breaks, job stability, a Bring Your Child to Work Program, a 401(k) with company match, career growth opportunities, paid holidays, annual pay raises, longevity bonuses, possible eligibility for summer unemployment insurance, and an employee referral program. A training program may be available for referred candidates who do not yet meet specific requirements, subject to program terms and eligibility. Applicants must meet age, driving-history, licensing, medical, screening, and training requirements. The role has physical demands that include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, repeated vehicle entry and exit, inspections, and assisting passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law.

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 other screenings required by law, Connecticut DMV, school district policy, or DATTCO policy.
Participate in DOT/FMCSA and/or state-required random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL school bus drivers.
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.
Be able to enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly and perform required vehicle inspections.
Be able to bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and use vehicle safety equipment.
Be able to 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 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 Connecticut DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies.

Benefits

401(k) with company match
Bring Your Child to Work Program
Career growth opportunities and promotion from within
Paid holidays
Annual pay raises
Longevity bonuses
Possible eligibility for unemployment insurance during summer months
Employee referral program with $1,000 bonuses, subject to terms and eligibility
Training program for referred candidates who may not yet meet specific requirements
Weekends off and school holiday breaks