School Bus Driver

Dattco•Durham, CT

16d•Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for its Durham, Connecticut location. Drivers safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes, which operate as split shifts in the morning and afternoon. Additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The hourly rate is $24–$27, with compensation rates presented for the next three years; annual pay raises are also offered, except at union locations. Drivers may be eligible for unemployment insurance during summer months.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
Must have at least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
Must have an acceptable driving record and meet Connecticut DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
Must 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.
Must 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.
Must 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.
Must participate in DOT/FMCSA and/or state-required random drug and alcohol testing programs as applicable to CDL school bus drivers.
Must complete and maintain required Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual or in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.
Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Must be able to enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly and perform required vehicle inspections.
Must be able to bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and use vehicle safety equipment.
Must 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

Competitive compensation with transparency about 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, except at union locations.
Longevity bonuses.
May be eligible for unemployment insurance during summer months.
Employee Referral Program offering $1,000 bonuses, subject to program terms and eligibility requirements.
Training program for referred candidates who do not yet meet specific requirements.