Bus Driver jobs in New York, NY

Job Description:
Employment Type: Full-time (Union Membership)
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, Full Time
Position Overview: We are seeking dedicated and responsible individuals to join our team as School Bus Drivers. As a School Bus Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, while adhering to all traffic laws and safety guidelines. We are committed to providing the highest level of safety and professionalism, and therefore, we require all candidates to meet stringent qualifications.

Compensation:

• Starting Rates: $19.96 per hour for van drivers
• Starting Rates: $21.99 per hour for bus drivers
• Annual pay increases in September

Driver Benefits:

• Benefits packages are determined by the union, and eligibility will depend on union guidelines.
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Fringe Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus: Paid out over the course of your first year

If you are a responsible, safety-conscious individual who meets the stringent requirements outlined above, we encourage you to apply for this School Bus Driver position. Your commitment to ensuring the safety of our students and dedication to professional excellence are highly valued attributes in our team members. Join us in providing safe and reliable transportation services to our community's students.

Job Requirements:
License Requirements:

• Mandatory: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Required Endorsements: PAX SCHOOL BUS
• MUST HAVE A CDL WITH A SCHOOL BUS ENDORSEMENT
• Please note that permit holders or individuals seeking training will not be considered at this time.

Experience Requirements:

• No minimum years of experience required; we welcome applicants with various levels of experience.
• MUST HAVE A CDL WITH A SCHOOL BUS ENDORSEMENT

Minimum Age and Eligibility:

• Minimum hiring age: 21 years old
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Background Check and Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy: We conduct rigorous background checks and adhere to a strict Drug & Alcohol Testing Policy. Any disqualifying factors or infractions in your background, including but not limited to DUI convictions, serious traffic violations, or criminal history, will result in immediate disqualification from the application process. We are committed to ensuring the safety of our students and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism.