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26May

Recruiting and Retaining Drivers during the Driver Shortage

5/26/2022| Reference Number : 259.185| Human Resources, School Bus | Driver Shortage, Recruitment, Recruitment Bonus, Retention | | Return|

As the school year begins to wind down, many school transportation contractors are already making preparations for next school year. It is no question that school transportation contractors are continuing to feel the effects of the nationwide school bus driver shortage, and so being able to secure drivers and ensure a fully operational staff at the start of the 2022-2023 school year is a primary concern. The summer months provide school transportation contractors with a great opportunity to evaluate what is being done to recruit and retain drivers. Continue reading for a discussion on what you can do to aid in driver recruitment and retention.

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