School Bus Operator

The Pingry School, a prestigious K-12 coeducational, independent day school with a rich history dating back to its founding by Dr. John

F. Pingry in 1861, stands at the forefront of academic excellence in the United States. With campuses located in Basking Ridge, Pottersville, and Short Hills, New Jersey, Pingry is celebrated for its academic programs, a student-written Honor Code that underpins our community values, and a comprehensive commitment to arts, athletics, community, and civic engagement. Our mission is to inspire in our students a lifelong passion for learning, personal development, and social responsibility, preparing them to be global citizens and luminaries of the 21st century.

Rooted in relationships and guided by our foundational philosophy, Pingry is a vibrant community of more than 1,100 students hailing from over 90 towns across New Jersey and New York. At Pingry, we are united by a love of learning and a commitment to preparing students to navigate the complexities of the 21st century with confidence and integrity. For more information, we invite you to visit our website  or connect with The Pingry School on Facebook, X, and Instagram to discover why we love school.

Position Summary
School Bus Operators are a vital part of Pingry’s campus life, providing safe and reliable transportation that allows students to participate fully in the academic, athletic, and extracurricular life of the School. In this role, you will transport students to and from Pingry’s campuses in Basking Ridge, Short Hills, and Pottersville, as well as to off-campus programs, athletic events, field trips, and other school activities.

You will serve as a calm, professional adult presence and help create a safe, respectful experience from the moment students board the bus until they reach their destination. Your attention, judgment, and reliability will directly support the well-being of students and the daily operations of the School.

Reporting directly to the Transportation Manager within the Operations Department, you will collaborate with Transportation colleagues, Athletics, Auxiliary Programs, and other school departments to meet daily and changing transportation needs. Assignments may include daily arrival and departure routes, relief coverage, afternoon athletics transportation, special trips, and occasional weekend work.

We are seeking a dependable, safety-focused professional who communicates clearly, exercises sound judgment, and takes pride in serving students and the broader Pingry community.

• You place student safety at the center of every decision. You follow established procedures, remain attentive to changing road and weather conditions, and make thoughtful decisions in real time.
• You are dependable and punctual. Students, families, and colleagues can count on you to arrive prepared, maintain schedules, and communicate promptly when circumstances change.
• You remain calm and professional in traffic, during student behavior concerns, and in emergencies. You provide clear directions and respond with patience and sound judgment.
• You build positive relationships while maintaining appropriate expectations and boundaries. You communicate respectfully with students, families, employees, and colleagues.
• You work well independently and as part of a team. You are willing to provide relief coverage, move between assignments, and support transportation needs across departments.
• You notice the details that contribute to a safe trip. You complete required inspections, maintain necessary credentials, and promptly raise vehicle, maintenance, or safety concerns.
• You are comfortable using Google Workspace tools and learning school systems used for scheduling, communication, and daily operations.

Key Responsibilities

Safe Student Transportation:
Safely operate a school bus to transport students to and from Pingry’s campuses and for school-sponsored programs, athletic events, field trips, and other transportation needs. Follow assigned routes, schedules, traffic laws, school policies, and established safety procedures.

Route, Trip, and Schedule Coverage:
Support daily arrival and departure…