School Van Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

About the Role

Getting students to school safely, on time, and ready to learn® is what we do. We work tirelessly to ensure the peace of mind of those who have entrusted their children to us. Safety, above all, is the cornerstone on which we build everything. All interested applicants for a Non‑CDL Driver position, including those fully qualified with the appropriate license and endorsements, begin as a Driver in Training. Training is provided, and upon successful completion you will be placed in a Non‑CDL Driver role.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and reliable transportation service by operating a school bus or other location‑specific vehicle with a fixed or changing route.
• Exhibit the highest ethical best practices and personal integrity; share concerns about suspicious or inappropriate behavior with a supervisor or manager.
• Report to duty on time and maintain the route on time while driving safely.
• Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency.
• Immediately report any accident or incident per Company policy.
• Follow Company policy around student and/or passenger management.
• Inform all appropriate personnel of problems or procedures.
• Present a neat and professional personal appearance at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork (including route change sheets, time cards, vehicle repair requests) and submit it to the appropriate authority in a timely manner.
• Maintain a cooperative attitude with fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill.
• Safely and efficiently utilize vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios, and emergency equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Additional responsibilities for Paratransit Drivers may apply per location.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain and maintain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance‑abuse screening.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
• Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract‑specific driver requirements.
• Adhere to Summit School Services’ zero‑tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its policies and values.

Pay

Pay Rate: $19.52 per hour

Schedule

• Flexible schedule.
• No nights or weekends.
• Summers off, with an opportunity to work summers in some locations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Basic life insurance.
• Holiday pay.
• PTO accrual.
• Retirement savings plan enrollment.
• Training provided.
• Immediate hiring.