What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Bus Driver position at WE Transport (NY) LLC?
Are you looking for the perfect combination of Pay, Benefits, and Flexibility? Look no further!
Join WE Transport as a SUV (entry level), Van or 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.
WE Transport is currently hiring in Suffolk County, Long Island. A CDL license is a plus, but if you don't have one, we offer FREE CDL training to help you get started!
What We Offer:
- Flexible Schedule: Split-shift with morning and afternoon shifts
- Guaranteed Hours: 25-30 hours per week
- FREE CDL Permit Training
- $2,500 Bonus upon completion of CDL training and certification
- $3,500 Sign-on Bonus for fully licensed NY CDL drivers with A, B, or C licenses with P & S endorsements
- Starting Pay Rate for SUV Drivers: $21.00/hour
- Starting Pay Rate for Van Drivers: $23.43/hour (Must have CDL A, B or C with P and S Endorsement to qualify)
- 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 and complete CDL permit training.
About WE Transport:
Since 1959, WE Transport has been a leading provider of school transportation services across Long Island. We specialize in home-to-school transportation for public, private, parochial, and special needs students.
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.
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.
We Transport / Towne Bus is a premier Long Island-based school bus company serving districts throughout Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York City, Westchester County, and Bridgeport, Connecticut.
A major part of our company’s repertoire includes special needs transportation and services for wheelchair-bound individuals.
Salary : $21 - $23
