Trailways of New York is Hiring Coach Bus Drivers And Paying Overtime at Time-And-A-Half!
When getting there matters, our modern well-equipped motor coaches carry passengers throughout New York State, and into Montreal, Toronto and Detroit, Michigan.
We have immediate employment opportunities for full-time Bus Drivers based out of the Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City. It is important that you have a mode of public transportation to report to work considering there is no public parking available.
The preferred candidate is an initiative-taker who manages their time safely and effectively with little supervision, and has:
- One or more years of experience operating a commercial vehicle, preferably a motor coach or school bus.
- A valid class B or A commercial driver's license.
- An unrestricted Passenger endorsement (ability to transport 15 passengers or more) Operators with a valid class A or B license without a Passenger endorsement may have an opportunity to obtain one as part of the 6-week training program.
- A valid passport or enhanced driver's license for travel to Canada.
- An acceptable driving record.
- Full-Time Drivers. You must be able to work a 5–6-day work week including nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Part-Time or Seasonal Drivers can provide a set availability.
- The ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check and DOT physical exam.
- Access to public transportation to report to the Port Authority Bus terminal for each assignment.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- The love of driving and the willingness to travel.
Your benefits:
- Generous $5000 Sign-On bonus.
- Starting rate is $26.50 per hour for Full-Time, Part-Time & Seasonal Drivers.
- Overtime at $39.75 per hour after 40 hours in a week-for Full-Time, Part-Time & Seasonal Drivers.
- 6-week training program paid at the rate of $22.00 an hour and $33.00 an hour after 40 hours in a week.
- Medical, vision and dental insurance.
- HRA
- 401K with company match.
- Paid vacation, holidays and sick time.
- An 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 Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $26.50 - $39.75 per hour
Expected hours: 15 – 47 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Signing bonus
Application Question(s):
- Do have a valid passport or enhanced driver's license for travel to Canada?
- Are you looking for a Full-Time, Part-Time or Seasonal driving opportunity? Please list one.
- What can you expect after your resume submission? A recruiter will contact you within 24-72 hours with next steps in the process. Please have your Indeed notifications on for future messaging.
Thank you!
- Applicants must have a mode of public transportation to report for their assignments. Would this be reasonable for you?
Experience:
- Commercial driving, (passenger transport preferred): 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Class B or A CDL (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road