School Bus Driver Trainee - Sterling Heights

Job DetailsJob Location: Sterling Heights, MI 48312Education Level: High SchoolSupport our customers by understanding their needs and creating solutions to ensure their students and families are transported safely.

As a School Bus Driver Trainee, you will be trained in-house to become a full-time member of our driving team, out on the educational front lines where it will be your job to safely transport students, exceed customer expectations, and ensure routes are operated on time.  Successful drivers put safety first, are reliable, can succeed in a changing environment and are ready to work!
QualificationsJob Responsibilities

Responsible for the safe and reliable transportation of students; including all duties connected to operating a school bus per all applicable client district policies & state/federal laws
Ability to manage and maintain all students on the bus in a calm and safe manner
Report to duty on time and maintain route on time but in a safe manner
Physically assist passengers in evacuation of the vehicle in case of emergency
Inform all appropriate personnel of problems/procedures/incidents per Company/District policy
Keep the interior of the assigned vehicle clean and presentable
Present a neat and professional personal appearance at all times
Completes all required paperwork (including route change sheets, timecards, vehicle repair requests)
Maintain a professional attitude with parents, students, other staff members, fellow employees, supervisors, customers, and passengers while always promoting company goodwill
Safely and efficiently utilizes vehicle equipment, including wheelchair lifts, radios and emergency equipment

Position Requirements

Ability to take and pass Continuing Education Class 
Ability to tolerate stressful situations
Able to understand and have empathy for children and persons with disability
Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate and navigate a full-size or special-need school bus
Ability to effectively operate a GPS
Ability to work outside in various climates and weather conditions
Must be reliable, and capable of working a flexible schedule
Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
Conduct all pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required.
Proficient in English sufficient enough to read road signs and communicate with personnel

Minimum Requirements

Ability to take and pass Continuing Education Class 
Ability to tolerate stressful situations
Able to understand and have empathy for children and persons with disability
Extensive knowledge of traffic rules and regulations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate and navigate a full-size or special-need school bus
Ability to effectively operate a GPS
Ability to work outside in various climates and weather conditions
Must be reliable, and capable of working a flexible schedule
Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
Conduct all pre-trip and post-trip inspections as required

Minimum Requirements

Certifications/Licenses

Upon completion of training, Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
Chauffeur Driver’s License prior to training class
Passenger, School Bus, and Air Brake Endorsements prior to training class


Age: Minimum 21 years of age
Education: High School Diploma or GED required

Compensation and Benefits

$15 per hour during training, $23 per hour after training & obtaining Class B CDL

6-hour workday guarantee while on route schedule
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Health Benefits - Medical, Dental and Vision
Aflac Supplemental
401k Retirement with company-match

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, national origin, race, color, disability, religious beliefs, or sexual orientation.