Van Driver

Dattco • New Haven, CT

16d • Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced Van Drivers for its New Haven, Connecticut location. Drivers safely transport students to and from school on assigned routes and help maintain a safe, respectful, and orderly environment. The position is part-time with 20 guaranteed hours per week; additional hours may be available by coordinating with a manager. The hourly rate is $20–$25, determined by experience and licensing. The role includes required vehicle inspections, safety training, and compliance with Connecticut DMV, school district, and company requirements.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have at least three consecutive years of driving experience with a valid driver’s license.
• Hold, or be able to obtain before transporting students, the V Endorsement required to operate student transportation vehicles.
• Have an acceptable driving record and meet Connecticut DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
• Successfully complete all Connecticut DMV-required training and qualification requirements for Student Transportation Vehicle operators.
• Meet the physical qualification standards established under 49 CFR Part 391 and maintain any required medical certification.
• Successfully complete pre-employment screening, including driving record review, fingerprinting, state and national criminal background checks, drug screening, and any other required screenings.
• Meet the stated physical demands, including occasionally lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds; repeatedly entering and exiting the vehicle; performing inspections; bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing stairs, using safety equipment, and assisting 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 vehicle.
• 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, school district, and DATTCO policies.
• Complete and maintain required annual, in-service, safety, and regulatory training.
• Comply with applicable Connecticut DMV, school district, and company safety policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Annual pay raises
• Employee referral program offering $1,000 bonuses, subject to program terms and eligibility
• Bring Your Child to Work Program to help save on childcare
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within
• Weekends off and school holiday breaks
• Potential eligibility for unemployment insurance during summer months

What This Job Offers

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