Bus Driver

Join Trailways of New York as a Bus Driver. A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.

Why Join Us? We offer a Daily and Weekly Guarantee and $39.75 Overtime Rate after 40 hours in a week. When getting there matters, our Professional Bus Drivers operate our modern well-equipped motor coaches to provide daily service throughout New York State, into Montreal and Toronto, Canada and Detroit, Michigan. We are searching for dedicated and responsible Bus Drivers based out of the Syracuse, New York area.

This role involves transporting passengers along designated routes for safe and timely arrivals and providing exceptional customer service. The preferred candidate is an initiative-taker who has: A strong commitment to safety, punctuality and professionalism.

A passion for customer service and excellent communication skills. More than one year of experience operating a commercial vehicle, preferably a motor coach or school bus. A valid Class A or B commercial driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

An unrestricted Passenger endorsement (ability to transport 16 passengers or more). A valid passport or enhanced driver's license for travel to Canada (preferred but not required). The ability to complete a 6-week training program that will require being away from home Monday-Friday. The ability to work a 5-or 6-day work week, (Full-Time) with open availability including nights, weekends, and holidays. The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check and DOT physical exam.

The love of driving and the willingness to travel throughout New York State and to Montreal and Toronto, Canada. Your benefits: Starting rate of $26.50 per hour.

Daily Minimum Guarantee of $212.00. Weekly Minimum Guarantee of $1060.00. Overtime rate of $39.75 per hour after 40 hours in a week. 6-week training program paid at the rate of $22.00 an hour increasing to $33.00 after 40 hours in a week.

Paid every Friday. Sign-On Bonus up to $5000, referral and safe driver bonus opportunities. Medical, vision and dental insurance with an HRA. 401K with company match.

Paid vacation, holidays and sick time. Annual uniform allowance. Ongoing training and career development.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for apply today _Trailways of New York, founded in 1926, is the largest family-owned and operated intercity bus company in New York State. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and do not discriminate based on race, ancestry, place of origin, color, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, record of offenses, age, marital status, family status, disability or any status protected by U.S. law. _ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $26.50 - $39.75 per hour Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Paid training Referral program Uniform allowance Vision insurance Shift:

Day shift Evening shift Morning shift Night shift Application Question(s): What can you expect after you submit your resume? A recruiter will contact you within 24 to 72 hours with next steps in the process. Please have your notifications enabled Thank you, Trailways of New York Recruitment Team.

Experience: Commercial, (preferably motor coach or school bus) driving: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: Class B or A Commercial Driver's License (Required) (Unrestricted) Passenger Endorsement (Required) Passport or Enhanced CDL for travel to Canada (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Night Shift (Preferred) Overnight Shift (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 100% (Preferred) Work Location: On the road