School Bus Driver

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Bus Driver to join our transportation team. Our drivers are a vital part to our company as they hold a great deal of responsibility providing children with a safe means of transportation to and from school.

To become a school bus driver you must have your commercial driver's license with school bus and passenger endorsements. Don't have that? We provide CDL school bus training!

About us!

W.T. Holmes Transportation was founded in 1932 by Walter T. Holmes. The company began with just one school bus operating in the town of Norfolk. His son Richard Holmes, continued to grow the business to its current capacity of over 160 buses servicing numerous school systems. Our family owned and operating business was built with a “hands on” approach. As those values have carried through each generation, our employees take pride in each and every task. Whether we are ensuring every bus is in safe conditions, implementing proper training for all employees, or developing lasting relationships with every school and family we service, our employees take pride in everything we do.

Requirements:

• Age 21+ & have had a driver’s license for 3+ consecutive years.
• Safe Driving Record (no suspension etc.)
• Ability to pass Drug Test, CORI & SORI
• CDL B w/S&P endorsements (We provide paid CDL training)

About CDL Training (We Offer this!)

• Obtain Commercial Driver's License Permit with passenger and school bus endorsements
• 32 Hours of "Behind the Wheel" Training
• 20 Hours of "Classroom" Training
• CPR Certification

Responsibilities:

• Safely transport passengers to and from designated locations
• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations
• Maintain a clean and mechanically sound bus
• Assist passengers, especially children, during embarkation and disembarkation
• Manage passenger behavior effectively
• Communicate clearly with passengers and transportation staff
• Write reports as necessary

What You’ll Be doing:

• Operate school bus to transport students to and from school programs in a safe and timely manner following prescribed route(s).
• Assess traffic and road conditions, monitor student behavior and other factors as necessary.
• Follow all state and federal traffic laws while operating vehicle. Adhere to DOT and state safety and district requirements and standards while operating yellow school bus.
• Maintain proper CDL and state school bus certifications including adhering to state and federal guidelines regarding criminal, medical, drug test and driving records.
• Assist passengers onto and off the vehicle when necessary.
• Perform daily pre and post trip vehicle inspections and safety checks as required by company standards and state guidelines.

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid training

Work Location: In person