$1,500 SIGN-ON BONUS*

*Bonus expires 3/31/24

PAID SCHOOL BUS TRAINING

Schedule: Monday-Friday 

Location: Lewiston, ME

Hours: 25-30 on average

Starting Pay: $26.00 hourly

Detailed Description: 

Student Transportation of America (STA) is an industry leader in school transportation and fleet services, founded on the bedrock of family, community, and a safety-first mindset. Operating more than 22,000 vehicles throughout the U.S. and Canada, our Family of Companies provides customers with the highest level of safe and reliable transportation, management, logistics, and technology solutions. Our commitment to the health of our passengers and the planet is evident by our conscious decision to decrease our carbon footprint using alternative fuels and electric vehicles, while remaining focused on fostering a safety-driven culture that empowers employees to feel proud of their work, delivering safe, reliable, and on-time service. 

Come join our team! As a school bus driver, you will have the support of a dedicated, local management team and the training needed to perform your job safely, and with care. Bus drivers are responsible for the safe delivery of students to and from school along set routes, adherence to school bus safety and bus stop safety standards, and daily vehicle inspections, among other duties. Candidates must have a clean driving record and be able to pass a background check. Read more to apply! 

Responsibilities: 

-Drive a school bus route - picking up and dropping off student passengers at established stops on the route. 
-Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safe operation. 
-Conduct post-trip vehicle inspections. 
-Attend and participate in monthly safety meetings. 
-Clean bus as necessary to maintain a professional appearance and positive company image. 
-As requested or desired to take field trips, activity trips and charter runs to transport students and other passengers to and from their destinations. 

Qualifications:

-Must be 21 years or older 
-Must have a minimum of 3 years verifiable driving history 
-Clean driving record within the last 24-36 months (about 3 years) 
-Ability and willingness to obtain a CDL 
-Complete comprehensive training program 
-Pre-employment background checks 

The statements below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

STA is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants; returning, military are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.