School Aide - Path to CDL

Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) Path Program

Rolling V Bus Corp is offering a Commercial Drivers' License (CDL) Path Program that provides an opportunity to "Earn and Learn" by working as a School Bus Aide while preparing to become a licensed school bus driver. This structured program offers a pathway to a higher earning potential and flexibility once you are licensed to drive a school bus. The job for both School Bus Aide and School Bus Driver is centered around ensuring the safe and timely transportation of children to and from school.

Key details of the program include:

• Program Structure: Classes are scheduled every 8 weeks. The company provides both classroom time to help you obtain a CDL Permit and vehicle/behind-the-wheel training to prepare for the road test.
• Starting Hourly Rate: While working as a bus aide and attending training, participants will earn $18.00/hour for both work and prep time.
• Program Schedule: Prep sessions (about 2 hours midday) are planned to avoid conflicts with working hours as a bus aide.
• Post-License Pay: After obtaining a CDL license, pay rates differ based on vehicle size and assignments:
  • Van: $22.00/hour (guaranteed 4.5 hours daily)
  • Bus: $24.00/hour (guaranteed 4.5 hours daily)
  Drivers also have access to additional hours through late runs, midday, or charter trip assignments.

This structured program offers a pathway to a higher earning potential and flexibility once you are licensed to drive a school bus.

The job for both School Bus Aide and School Bus Driver is centered around ensuring the safe and timely transportation of children to and from school. Key responsibilities and requirements include:

• Main Objective: Transport children safely following a fixed daily schedule.
• Communication Skills: Engage cooperatively with parents/guardians, school officials, and coworkers.
• Writing Skills: Required for completing regulatory reports.
• Complete Job Descriptions: Refer to the School Bus Aide and School Bus Driver job descriptions for further details.

Job Requirements:

• Application Process: Completion of Job Application and New Hire Packet: Includes all necessary New York State (NYS) and Federal documents, along with a background check, as this role involves working with children and people with developmental disabilities.
• Identification: Must submit satisfactory forms of identification.
• References: Applicant must authorize the company to contact three provided references.
• Residential History: Applicant must provide a history of their residential addresses.
• Background Checks: Applicant must allow the company to conduct a thorough background investigation in line with Federal, State, School, and Company policies.
• Pre-employment Testing: A pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening is required, administered by an independent entity at the company's expense.
• Physical Performance Test: Demonstrate physical ability, including climbing and descending bus steps, exiting from a seated position quickly, using the rear emergency door for evacuation, and carrying or dragging a 125 lb. weight to simulate the evacuation of a person.

Program: Initial Training includes a paid six-hour pre-service training. Ongoing Training: Additional skills training may be required for general or specific job duties.

This role is not only about driving but requires physical capabilities, communication skills, and compliance with extensive legal and regulatory requirements.

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Rolling V is a family-owned and managed full-service transportation company based in the Catskills region of New York State. While we are known for exceptional school bus services, we also provide regional charter services to area residents. Rolling V has provided safe and dependable transportation services for more than 50 years.