Bus Driver

About the role

We are currently on the lookout for an experienced Bus Driver to join our elite team in Hillburn, NY. As a key member, you will be entrusted with ensuring safe and comfortable transportation for our passengers, while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and customer service.

Key responsibilities

• Safety-Focused Operations: Execute flawless operations by meticulously following designated routes and schedules, while adhering to stringent safety protocols and traffic regulations.
• Passenger Care: Exhibit exceptional care and assistance towards passengers, ensure smooth boarding, comfortable rides, and timely disembarkation for all.
• Vehicle Vigilance: Champion vehicle safety through comprehensive pre-trip and post-trip inspections, promptly reporting any maintenance issues, and maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and safety equipment readiness.
• Adherence to Protocols: Uphold company policies and procedures rigorously, encompassing seat belt enforcement, emergency response preparedness, and compliance with regulatory mandates.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• 21 years or older.
• Valid CDL Class A or B with passenger and airbrake endorsement.
• Minimum 3 years of driving experience (personal or professional).
• Excellent communication & customer service skills.
• Availability to work day, evening, weekend and overnight shifts as assigned.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable.
• DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Physical requirements

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
• The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.
• Work environment will be a combination of both indoors and outdoors.

Pay & benefits

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement: $29.00 (Union Collective Bargaining Agreement Pay Scale). Non CDL starting pay $26.00/hour; CDL starting pay $27.00/hour. After graduating from training, starting pay $29.00/hour.

• Vacation: 5 days per year.
• Paid Sick Leave: 9 days.
• Medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees.
• Life insurance.
• 401k retirement benefits.
• Company holidays.