Charter Bus Operator

DATTCO currently has full-time and part-time openings at our Coach & Tour Group

DATTCO is a third-generation, family-owned transportation company with more than 2,500 employees serving communities across New England. Our Coach & Tour Group manages a fleet of 200 vehicles and travels approximately 6 million miles each year. With a wide-ranging client base that includes top college athletic programs and tour operators, we keep our drivers active throughout the year.

DATTCO Offers:

  • 24/7/365 dispatch.
  • International Motor coach Group (IMG) partnerships provides local support from motorcoach companies located across North America.
  • Advanced technology.
  • Cleaners to keep your vehicle looking good.
  • A welcoming, diverse and family-oriented culture where employees are valued and recognized.
  • A full suite of benefits including medical & dental insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k with company match, life insurance, flexible spending account and more.
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • Company provided uniforms.
  • Employee referral bonuses.
  • Estimated compensation of $75,000-100,000/year.

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Transports customers on day and away trips throughout North America.
  • Safely negotiate various routes through varied terrain and geographic areas.
  • Interact with clients, customers, sub-contracted drivers, and fellow company drivers onsite in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner.
  • Provide feedback to Operations to help improve service response.
  • Perform duties and functions to help streamline the daily business operations of the Company.
  • Assist passengers in boarding and exiting the vehicle and load and unload luggage from a rack, storage bays, or overhead compartments.
  • Communicate with Operations using tools in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR) for the purpose of gathering and/or conveying information.
  • Inspect vehicle for items left behind and coordinate immediate return to the customer when possible or submit to Operations.
  • Inspect vehicle before and after shift to ensure operational safety. Operate assigned vehicle in a safe and courteous manner.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records to include trip sheets, customer transportation forms, vehicle maintenance, fuel purchases, incident and accident reports, vehicle condition reports and other records requested by management.
  • Provide safety briefing to passengers as required.
  • Respond immediately to accident and/or medical emergencies by notifying emergency response providers.
  • Exemplify excellent customer service through respectful, courteous, cooperative, and polite treatment of others.
  • Read and interpret schedules, road signs, and driving directions to plan the most efficient route service for customers
  • Perform minor maintenance tasks on assigned vehicle(s) as needed. Fuel assigned vehicle(s) as required.

Minimum Requirements:

  • CDL Class B with Passenger endorsement. Connecticut license holders will also require an F endorsement. DATTCO will work with candidates to secure necessary endorsements.
  • DATTCO will train the right candidates to obtain their Commercial Driver’s License.
  • Strong interpersonal & communication skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Flexible availability to work days, nights, weekends and holidays, as needed.

Questions? Call/text Susan at (860) 385-0012 or susan.cote@dattco.com.

About DATTCO

The Coach & Tour division managed by DATTCO is dedicated to delivering charter transportation and tour packages throughout the United States, as well as conducting intercity bus operations via Megabus. Notably, the company's coach and tour branch serves as the designated transportation partner for the Connecticut Yard Goats baseball team, the Bridgeport Islanders hockey team, and various NCAA champions like the University of Connecticut and Quinnipiac University, as well as numerous other colleges and universities.

At present, our school bus department ferries in excess of 140,000 students on a daily basis in Connecticut and Rhode Island.

The leadership at DATTCO is playing a crucial role in driving the transition to electric vehicles, playing a significant part in reducing harmful emissions and promoting a healthier environment.

As part of its growth strategy, DATTCO has integrated a range of brands into its business entity, such as Capacity Yard Trucks and Penguin Trailers.

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