School Bus Driver

School Bus Driver

A School Bus 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.

The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely operating the school bus according to a set daily schedule. He/she must ensure that the school bus is in good operating condition at all times, pick up and drop off students as per the schedule, maintain order and security on the bus and obey all laws, regulations and rules of conduct.

The School Bus Driver must also deal with passengers, parents/guardians, school officials and members of the public in a courteous and respectful manner. This includes receiving complaints about schedules and levels and quality of service. The School Bus Driver must make note of and report on any such complaints and respond in a courteous and respectful manner. School routes drivers may have the opportunity to volunteer for additional work, such as Charter trips to community activities.

Typical work hours 6:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. and afternoon between 1:45 p.m.- 3:30 p.m.

Hours may increase upon placement on a permanent regular bus route after initial new hire period.

Responsibilities:

• Operate the school bus in a safe and efficient way according to all relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
• Perform daily pre and post trip inspections.
• Clean the bus as scheduled and/or required.
• Report all maintenance issues in a timely manner.
• Pick up and deliver students as per a set schedule.
• Ensure students/clients are aware of rules and responsibilities as passengers.
• Maintain order and discipline on the School bus.
• Make note and report any behavioral or disciplinary problems.

Skills and Abilities:

• Must possess a NYS CDL License with P and S endorsements.
• Must satisfy all 19a NYS School Bus Driver requirements.
• Good knowledge of driving safety practices and traffic laws and regulations.
• Able to understand and follow simple oral and/or written instructions.
• Able to get along well with children/clients and command their respect.
• Adapt to new and changing industry technology.

Completion of Job Application and New Hire Packet: NYS and Federal documents and background check required for a position of working with children and people with developmental disabilities.

Identification: Provide satisfactory forms of ID to be employed.

References: Approval for the company to speak to three references provided by the applicant.

Other Documentation: History of residential addresses

Starting Pay Rates:

• SUV Drivers: $20.00 per hour (Must have CDL A, B or C with P Endorsement to qualify)
• Mini School Van Drivers: $20.00 per hour (Must have CDL A, B or C with P and S Endorsement to qualify)
• Big Bus Drivers: $25.00 per hour (Must have CDL A, B or C with P and S Endorsement to qualify)

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.

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.