…is a
trained professional who is dedicated to providing safe pupil transportation.
Driving a school bus is a demanding job. The challenges presented by
maneuvering a 30,000 pound vehicle on narrow country roads in all kinds of
weather while, at the same time, effectively supervising 50-60 “active”
students requires a patient, highly skilled person behind the wheel who is
willing to assume a tremendous amount of responsibility for the precious cargo
they transport.
Driver
applicants are thoroughly evaluated before hire. After a successful interview,
they must complete a medical examination, criminal background checks, drug
screening and a driving record check. Initial training consists of 15 hours of
classroom instruction followed by 20-30 hours of on-the-road training with a
certified On Board Instructor (OBI). State evaluators administer the test for
the Commercial Driver’s License. Once licensed and certified, drivers are
required to complete annual in-service training, an annual physical, have their
driving record reviewed quarterly and are subject to random drug testing, as
per federal law. Every six years, a driver must complete certification renewal
training by attending nine hours of classroom instruction and accomplishing a
driving evaluation.
Remember…safely transporting your kids is serious business. Our drivers
are trained and equipped to get the job done right…every day!