Van Driver

Dattco • Pawtucket, RI

16d • Onsite

About The Position

DATTCO is hiring experienced Van Drivers for its Pawtucket, Rhode Island location to transport students to and from school on assigned routes. The position is a split-shift, part-time role with 20 guaranteed hours per week for morning and afternoon student pick-up and drop-off. Additional hours may be available by arrangement with a manager. The stated hourly rate for a fully licensed employee is $21–$23.25.

No prior experience is required, and training is provided. Drivers must meet Rhode Island student-transportation licensing, training, screening, medical, and safety requirements. The work includes vehicle inspections, following designated routes and student-safety procedures, communicating with students and community members, and maintaining a safe, respectful environment. Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally, repeatedly entering and exiting the vehicle, conducting inspections, and assisting passengers.

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 Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO eligibility standards.
• Must hold, or be able to obtain before transporting students, a Pupil Transportation Card and a Chauffeur Endorsement.
• Must successfully complete all Rhode Island DMV-required training and qualification requirements for Student Transportation Vehicle operators.
• Must meet physical qualification standards established under 49 CFR Part 391 and maintain any required medical certification.
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screening, including driving record review, fingerprinting, state and national criminal background checks, and any additional screenings required by Rhode Island DMV, applicable school districts, or DATTCO policy.
• Must complete and maintain required annual, in-service, safety, and regulatory training.
• Must comply with applicable Rhode Island DMV, school district, and company safety policies and procedures.
• 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

• Experience working in a classroom or 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 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 Rhode Island DMV, school district, and DATTCO policies.
• Assist passengers during boarding, exiting, and emergency evacuations.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Career growth opportunities and promotion from within across DATTCO company brands.
• Paid holidays after one year of employment.
• Annual pay raises.
• 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