SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS - HIRING AND TRAINING Lower Pioneer Valley Educational Collaborative ( learn more ) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description The LPVEC is dedicated to providing safe and efficient transportation services for students. We are looking for safe, friendly drivers with genuine, caring attitudes for children to join our team of School Bus Drivers. Typical routes are mornings and afternoons each school day and average 20-30 hours per week. LPVEC provides transportation services in: Agawam, East Longmeadow, Hampden/Wilbraham, Longmeadow, Ludlow, and West Springfield. This excellent opportunity is offered to currently licensed Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) School Bus Drivers with P & S endorsements AND those interested in becoming a School Bus Driver. We provide professional driver training with top certified trainers. Benefits: Paid CDL Training - We pay you to learn! Competitive Hourly Wage Health Insurance (70% paid by employer, 30% paid by employee) State Retirement Bonus Days Flexible Spending Account for health and dependent care Position Type: Full-time Positions Available: 1 Job Category : Support Staff \> Transportation Equal Opportunity Employer Human Resources is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Job Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age Commercial Learner\'s Permit (preferred) prior to enrollment in the LPVEC training program Valid Massachusetts driver\'s license with a clean driving record for at least 3 years; Massachusetts CDL, Passenger Endorsement and School Bus Endorsement is a plus! Ability to pass a pre-employment criminal background checks and pass a pre-employment drug-testing Able to pass a DOT physical Reliable transportation to work Exceptional attendance record and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions Excellent customer and communication skills For more information of how to obtain a Massachusetts CDL learner\'s go to To obtain an application visit our website at and navigate to OPERATIONS, then HUMAN RESOURCES, then EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES. Click on LPVEC Employment Application or apply on SchoolSpring.com and search for Job # 2932704. Fax your completed application to 413-735-2209 or mail to LPVEC-HR, 174 Brush Hill Avenue, West Springfield, MA 01089. LPVEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee under federal, state, or local laws, regulations and ordinances. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Jimmie Lynch 174 Brush Hill Avenue West Springfield, Massachusetts 01089 Phone: 413-789-3291