CDL-Training School Bus Aide

Rolling V Bus Corp offers a Commercial Drivers’ License (CDL) Training Program that allows you to earn while learning by working as a School Bus Aide and training to become a licensed school bus driver. The program provides a pathway to higher earning potential and flexibility once you are licensed.

• Program Structure:
  Classes are scheduled every 8 weeks; the company provides both classroom training to obtain a CDL Permit and vehicle/behind‑the‑wheel training to prepare for the road test.
• Starting Hourly Rate:
  As a bus aide and trainee, you will earn $16.00 per hour for work and training time. The hourly rate increases to $17.00 once you obtain your CDL Permit.
• Training
  
  Schedule:
  
  Training sessions (about 2 hours midday) are planned to avoid conflicts with bus aide duties.
• Additional hours are available through late runs, midday, or charter trip assignments.

The job for both School Bus Aide and School Bus Driver involves ensuring the safe and timely transportation of children to and from school.

• Main Objective:
  Transport children safely following a fixed daily schedule.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Engage cooperatively with parents/guardians, school officials, and coworkers.
• Writing
  
  Skills:
  
  Required for completing regulatory reports.
• Complete Job Description s:
  Refer to the School Bus Aide and School Bus Driver job descriptions for further details.

• Application Process:
  
  Completion of the Job Application and New Hire Packet, including all necessary New York State and Federal documents and a background check.
• Identification:
  Must submit satisfactory forms of identification.
• References:
  Must provide three references and authorize the company to contact them.
• Residential History:
  Must provide a history of residential addresses.
• Background Checks:
  Authorization for a thorough background investigation in line with Federal, State, and School policies.
• Pre‑Employment Testing:
  Physical and drug/alcohol screening, administered by an independent entity at the company’s expense.
• Physical Performance Test:
  Demonstrate physical ability such as climbing and descending bus steps, exiting quickly from a seated position, using the rear emergency door for evacuation, and carrying or dragging a 125‑lb weight.
• Training:
  Initial paid six‑hour pre‑service training; ongoing training may be required for additional skills.

This role is not only about driving; it also requires strong physical capabilities, effective communication, and strict compliance with extensive legal and regulatory requirements.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Rolling V is a family‑owned and managed full‑service transportation company based in the Catskills region of New York State. Known for exceptional school bus services, we also provide regional charter services to area residents and have delivered safe and dependable transportation services for more than 50 years.