EntryLevelSchoolBusDriverTrainee

Transit Team, Inc. **Employer of choice! Voted Best Company to Work For by U.S. News & World Report for 2025–2026!** Looking for a rewarding and flexible career? Join our team as an **Entry-Level School Bus Driver Trainee** and make a difference in your community—no CDL required to start! **Location:** Richfield, MN **Compensation:** * **Training Pay:** $23.00/hr. + Full Benefits * **Post-Certification Pay:** * $27.00/hr (SPED routes) * $28.00/hr (RegEd routes) * **Annual increases** ### **Start Your Career with Paid Training!** We are hiring individuals into our **paid Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) program** , designed to support you in earning your **Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements**. As a **School Bus Driver Trainee** , you’ll be paid while learning the skills needed to safely transport students and build a long-term career with our team. **What You’ll Do -** **During Training:** * Complete ELDT program requirements (classroom + behind-the-wheel training) * Learn safety procedures, DOT compliance, and student transportation best practices * Work closely with certified trainers and mentors **After Certification & Route Assignment:** * Safely transport students to and from school and activities * Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections * Conduct child checks after each route * Maintain on-time route performance * Interact professionally with students, parents, and school staff * Maintain accurate records and a clean, well-maintained vehicle **Benefits:** * Yearly pay increases * **Paid training (CDL + endorsements)** * Paid holidays * PTO * Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance * 401(k) with company match * Earned wage access with Tapcheck * Career advancement opportunities * And more! **Requirements:** * Must be able to obtain a **Class B CDL permit with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements** (we will help you get there!) * Ability to pass DOT physical, drug screening, and background check (MN DOT/FMCSA com