The East Greenbush Central School District is hosting a Test Drive Your Future event on Saturday, November 15 where you can test drive a school bus, talk with current drivers, and see if becoming a school bus driver is right for you!
You will have the opportunity to drive a school bus through a closed course in the Columbia parking lot with a driver-trainer on board assisting you. You can also talk with current bus drivers and learn about the application and training process.
New drivers start at $28.61/hour and receive a competitive benefits package. We are currently hiring!
Test Drive Your Future
Saturday, November 15
8:00 a.m. – Noon
Columbia High School Parking Lot
Online Sign Up Form
You must be 21+ and have a valid New York State Driver’s License to test drive a school bus at this event. Walk-in appointments are available. If you have any questions, please contact Assistant Supervisor of Transportation Mark Halsey (halseyma@egcsd.org) or call 518-477-9288.
The East Greenbush CSD is now hiring Bus Drivers. Drivers are paid at an hourly rate (starting at $28.61 per hour) and they average 5-6 hours per day. Candidates interested in becoming a substitute bus driver must meet the following criteria:
- Drivers must be at least 21 years of age
- Fingerprint clearance
- Eligibility for the appropriate level New York State Driver’s License at the time of application (if needed, training will be provided by our Transportation Department)
- Satisfy the requirements for School Bus Driver set forth in the Rules and Regulation of the New York State Commissioner of Education
Please contact Vicky Cunningham at CunninghamVi@egcsd.org or 518-207-2529 if you are interested in applying.