School Bus Driver

Leesel Transportation School Bus Driver

Leesel Transportation Corp. A 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.

Are you looking for the perfect combination of pay, benefits, and flexibility? Look no further!

Paid training CDL training available!!!

Join Leesel Transportation as a school bus driver and enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the flexibility to maintain a work-life balance. Plus, you'll make a positive impact on the lives of children in your community by ensuring they get to school safely.

Leesel Transportation is currently hiring in Bronx (NYC area). A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer free CDL training once you obtain your permit!

What we offer:

• Flexible schedule: split-shift with morning and afternoon shifts
• Guaranteed hours: 40 hours per week
• Free CDL training with CDL B permit with passenger and school bus endorsement and/or CDL C with N2 restrictions
• $947.60/wk. guaranteed (CDL A, B or C with P and S endorsement required)
• Earned paid time off and holiday pay
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Optional medical, dental & vision insurance

Job responsibilities:

• Operate a school bus or van to transport students to and from school safely and on time.
• Monitor traffic, road conditions, and student behavior to ensure a safe ride.
• Comply with all federal, state, and local traffic laws, as well as district requirements and standards.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and report any issues.
• Assist passengers with boarding and exiting the vehicle when necessary.

Job requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old with a minimum of 1 year of driving experience.
• Possess a valid NYS CDL Class A or B with P & S endorsements for buses, or a Class C with P & S endorsements for vans (or willingness to obtain through our free training).
• Ability to pass a drug test, background check, and maintain compliance with state and federal CDL guidelines.
• Non-CDL drivers must hold a valid driver's license with CDL B permit with passenger and school bus endorsement to complete CDL training.

Leesel Transportation is a special and regular education transportation provider in the New York City area. Headquartered in the Bronx, we serve the NYC Department of Education, as well as some other NYC pre-K and private school programs. Our caring and passionate team makes a difference every day in our students' lives because we truly love what we do.