CDL Bus Driver - Bella Bus Corp

Now Hiring Full Time School Bus Drivers - NYS Departments, Mt. Vernon, NY! Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 for Experienced drivers, $3,000 for new drivers. As a Full Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available. No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver. School Bus Driver Benefits Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications Hourly Rate : $24.00 per hour Training Hourly Rate: $17.00 per hour Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided! Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match. Full-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required. Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada! Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues. Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families. Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services. Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 8 hours per day at minimum. Safety / Attendance bonuses Responsibilities Safely transport students to and from school and activities. Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids. Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions. Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits). Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary. Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards. Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays. Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills. Desired Qualifications Are at least 21 years old. Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years. Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off. Enjoy working with students. Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is available upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr First Student, Inc.