School Bus Driver

Dattco • Hebron, CT

16d • Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned passenger transportation company serving 30 school districts throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. The company employs 2,500 people and transports more than 140,000 students to and from school each year. DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers in Hebron, Connecticut. The position pays $23.50–$26 per hour and uses split shifts for morning and afternoon school routes. Additional hours may be available by arrangement with a manager.

The driver safely transports students on assigned routes, conducts required vehicle inspections, follows applicable traffic, route, railroad crossing, student pick-up/drop-off, and school district safety procedures, and maintains a safe and respectful environment for students. Drivers communicate professionally with students, families, school staff, transportation supervisors, and safety personnel, and complete all required training and compliance activities.

The role requires a valid Connecticut CDL Class B with Passenger and School Bus endorsements before transporting students, or the ability to obtain or transfer the required license and endorsements. Drivers must meet age, driving-history, medical, screening, training, and physical requirements. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old.
• At least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver's license.
• Acceptable driving record and eligibility under Connecticut DMV, school district, and DATTCO 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 required screenings.
• 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.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly and perform required vehicle inspections.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and use vehicle safety equipment.
• Ability to 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

• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid holidays.
• Annual pay raises, with pay transparency for the next three years at locations not covered by a union.
• Longevity bonuses.
• Employee referral program offering $1,000 bonuses, subject to program terms and eligibility requirements.
• Bring Your Child to Work Program.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within across DATTCO company brands.
• Weekends off and school holiday breaks.
• Possible eligibility for unemployment insurance during summer months.

What This Job Offers

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