School Bus Driver

Dattco • New Britain, 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’s 2,500 employees transport more than 140,000 students to and from school each year. DATTCO is hiring experienced School Bus Drivers for its New Britain, Connecticut CREC location. The role pays $26–$30 per hour, with rates varying by location. School bus routes use split shifts in the morning and afternoon; additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The posting also describes transparent rates for the next three years, except at union locations, and notes that drivers may be eligible for unemployment insurance during summer months.

Drivers safely transport students on assigned routes, inspect their vehicles, follow applicable traffic and school district safety procedures, maintain an orderly environment for students, communicate professionally with stakeholders, and complete required training and compliance activities. The job involves physical activities including lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, repeatedly entering and exiting the vehicle, conducting inspections, and assisting passengers. DATTCO provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities consistent with applicable law.

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 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 all required Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual or in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, kneel, reach, climb stairs, and use vehicle safety equipment.

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.
• Participate in required DOT/FMCSA and/or state random drug and alcohol testing programs, as applicable.
• Maintain required Connecticut DMV school bus training, proficiency, road test, annual or in-service training, safety drills, and continuing education requirements.
• Enter and exit the vehicle repeatedly and perform required inspections.
• Assist passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations.

Benefits

• Weekends off and school holiday breaks
• Job stability and longevity
• Bring Your Child to Work Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within
• Paid holidays
• Annual pay raises, with rates transparent for the next three years at non-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 have specific requirements

What This Job Offers

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