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Published: 6/14/2022

Job Description

Your new Commute Has 40 Fans

Become a school bus driver.

Most commutes come with traffic, bad coffee, and zero applause. Ours comes with 40 passengers who wave like you’re a celebrity.

Why drivers love it:

Paid CDL training. No experience? No problem. We’ll get you licensed.
Hours that fit your life. Home by mid-afternoon, with holidays and summers that match the school calendar.
Real benefits and a sign-on bonus. Yes, even for a part-time schedule.
Be somebody’s first smile of the day. You’ll be the friendly face that starts a kid’s morning right.

The job in a nutshell: Pick up kids. Get them there safely. Collect high-fives. Repeat.

Now hiring! Start at $32/hour + Bonus structure including $2,000 sign-on!

Cape Destinations. Come drive the best seat in town.

Company Description Mercedes Cab Company is a multi-disciplined transportation provider serving all of Cape Cod and the South Coast of Massachusetts. With a team of more than 80 employees, the company offers on-demand rides, special event bus excursions, and non-emergency medical transportation. Services operate under several well-known local brands, including Cape Cab, The Funk Bus, Mayflower Trolley, and Pilgrim Transit. Mercedes Cab Company is focused on safe, reliable, and customer-centered transportation for diverse community needs.

Role Description This full-time, on-site School Bus Driver role is based in West Haven, CT. The School Bus Driver is responsible for safely transporting students to and from school and school-related activities, following assigned routes and schedules. Daily tasks include conducting pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, practicing defensive driving, and complying with all traffic laws and company policies. The driver will assist students with boarding and exiting the bus as needed, maintain a calm, professional environment on board, and communicate clearly with school staff, parents, and dispatch. The role also involves completing basic trip documentation, reporting incidents or mechanical issues promptly, and supporting a culture of safety and respect.

Qualifications

Strong commercial driving capabilities, including Truck Driving experience and a valid CDL Class B (with appropriate endorsements for school bus operation).
Demonstrated Defensive Driving skills and a consistent safety-focused approach in varied traffic and weather conditions.
Effective Communication abilities for interacting with students, school staff, parents, and dispatch personnel.
Customer Service skills to support a respectful, helpful, and professional rider experience for students and school partners.
Clean driving record and ability to pass required background checks, drug and alcohol screenings, and DOT physical examinations.
Knowledge of local routes and traffic regulations, with reliable time-management and route-planning skills.
Ability to manage student behavior calmly, respond appropriately to emergencies, and follow established safety procedures.
High school diploma or equivalent, with prior school bus or passenger transport experience preferred.

\nCompany Description

Being a school bus driver means starting your day with 50 sleepy kids, a hundred backpacks, and a symphony of “Are we there yet?” before you’ve even left the first stop. But somewhere between the mystery sandwiches under the seats and the surprise renditions of songs you’ll never get out of your head, you become the person who gets kids safely to where they’re going, and who gets a “Thanks” or a handmade card that makes every honking horn and road cone worth it. It’s the only job where you’re simultaneously a chauffeur, a referee, and a minor celebrity, and the best part is being the first friendly face a kid sees each morning.