School Bus Operator Trainee

Joining DATTCO as a School Bus Driver means taking on a crucial role in ensuring the safe transportation of students to school and making a meaningful impact in the community. This position is well-suited for retirees, parents, grandparents, individuals transitioning careers, seasoned drivers, and those who value the safety of children.

With a legacy of three generations of family ownership, DATTCO is a passenger transportation company that operates within Connecticut and Rhode Island. Their services extend to 30 school districts, with a dedicated team of 2,000 employees responsible for the annual safe transportation of over 140,000 students. Visit www.dattco.com to discover more about DATTCO.

What We Offer:

• Expect to feel cherished within our culture, where we prioritize treating you as part of our family instead of a mere number.
• Worried about not having experience? We have you covered with our free personalized training sessions.
• Employees are expected to work between 20 to 30 hours weekly in the part-time role, with chances for extended hours.
• Limit your trips to local areas and make a commitment to be home every evening.
• Right to health protection.
• A retirement fund where employers match the contributions made by their employees as part of the benefits package.
• Employees have the chance to advance their careers within the organization as we prioritize internal promotions.
• Paid holidays.
• Annual pay raises.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Guaranteed hours.
• Paid safety assemblies. Rewarded RIDE training sessions (totaling 17 hours each year).

Responsibilities:

• Safely transport children to and from school.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Requirements:

• 21+ years old.
• Valid RI driver's license.
• 3 years driving experience.
• Pass a background check. Pass a drug test.

Any queries? Reach out to Leslie at (401) 597-6430 extension 2261 or through email at [email protected].

Individuals who are qualified for the position will be reviewed for employment without consideration of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and any other protected classes.

About DATTCO

DATTCO is a leading provider of commercial and school bus transportation services. We offer a wide range of services and are always on the lookout for talented individuals like you. Our commitment to delivering exceptional service is guided by our belief that “our experience enhances our customers’ experience.” Whether you're interested in a motor coach or school bus driving role, DATTCO offers free commercial driver’s license (CDL) training, as well as comprehensive and continuous training on Connecticut’s newest fleet of buses. We are dedicated to finding passionate, driven individuals to become part of the DATTCO family.

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