School Bus Driver

Dattco•Bloomfield, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for its Bloomfield, Connecticut location. Drivers safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes, generally working split AM and PM shifts. Additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The position includes transporting students in compliance with traffic laws, school district requirements, and applicable Connecticut DMV and DOT/FMCSA regulations. Drivers must complete required training, inspections, screening, and ongoing safety and compliance activities. DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned passenger transportation company serving 30 school districts in Connecticut and Rhode Island, with 2,500 employees transporting more than 140,000 students each year.

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 or applicable policies.
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 or 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.

Nice To Haves

Experienced School Bus Drivers are sought.
Experience working in a classroom or with students may be relevant.

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

Competitive compensation of $24–$28.25 per hour, with transparent rates for the next three years.
Weekends off and school holiday breaks.
Job stability and longevity.
Bring Your Child to Work Program to help save on childcare.
401(k) with company match.
Career growth opportunities and promotion from within across DATTCO company brands.
Paid holidays.
Annual pay raises, with future pay rates disclosed for the next three years; union locations are excluded.
Longevity bonuses.
May be eligible for unemployment insurance during summer months.
Employee Referral Program offering $1,000 bonuses to eligible referring employees, subject to program terms and eligibility requirements.
Training program for referred candidates who do not yet meet specific requirements.