School Van Driver

Beacon Mobility • Wilbraham, MA

50d

About The Position

Van Pool Transportation LLCA Driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre-trip inspections, performing child checks post-route, and keeping their vehicle within DOT regulations are the most important tasks of the driver. Embark on a rewarding career journey with us - a company proudly recognized as one of the Great Places to Work in 2023-2024! Being a School Van Driver for Van Pool Transportation gives you the pay you deserve and the benefits you need. You also get to positively impact the lives of children in your community by driving them to school!

Requirements

• Age 21+ & have had a driver's license for 3+ consecutive years.
• Satisfactory Driving Record (no suspension etc.)
• Ability to pass a background check, CORI & SORI
• Effectively communicate in English (spoken and written)
• A school pupil transport license (7D certificate). Easy to get and we'll help you get it!

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a motor vehicle, in accordance with all State and Federal traffic laws, while driving school-aged children.
• Safely operate a variety of vehicles, including sedans, mini-vans, full size passenger vans, and wheelchair vans.
• Safely assist students as needed. This includes helping them enter and exit the vehicle, using the vehicle's lap and shoulder belts, and safely securing them in car seats and booster seats.
• Communicate effectively and clearly in (English) with students, parents, teachers, and staff.
• Effective communication skills while using a two-way radio system.

Benefits

• 20-25 hours per week
• $23.70 effective August 25, 2025, training rate of $20/hour
• Split Shifts- 5:30am-9:00am & 1:00pm-5:00pm (example only, exact hours depend on assigned route)
• No commute! The van goes home with you! (if you have secure parking)
• 401(k) plan option, Dental, Vision, & Company Paid Life Insurance
• Paid classroom and on-the-job training

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees