School Bus Driver

Dattco•Middletown, CT

16d•Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for its Middletown, Connecticut location. Drivers transport students to and from school on assigned routes and help maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment. The role has split shifts for morning and afternoon school bus routes; additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The hourly rate is $24–$26.50. DATTCO describes its compensation as transparent, with rates for the next three years, and notes annual pay raises, except at union locations.

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 all 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 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; enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly; 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 work experience in a classroom or working 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 Connecticut DMV, FMCSA/DOT, school district, and DATTCO policies.

Benefits

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 transparent rates for the next three years of employment; union locations are excluded.
Longevity bonuses.
May be eligible for unemployment insurance during summer months.
Employee Referral Program offering $1,000 bonuses to eligible employees who refer someone to work at DATTCO.