Dean Transportation

Celebrating Over 50 Years of Connecting People to Purpose

At Dean, we're proud to be part of our community and connecting people with purpose for more than 50 years. Our legacy began with a simple yet profound mission: to provide accessible transportation to students affected by polio in the Lansing area. Today, we're a leading provider of student transportation services, serving school districts and intermediate school districts throughout Michigan. Our dedication to safety, reliability, and community involvement has earned us recognition as the top school bus company in North America.

The Dean Difference

At Dean, we're more than just a transportation company. We strive to make a difference in our communities and the world through inclusivity, environmentally sustainable practices, innovation technology, top-notch training, and community partnerships and involvement. Our commitment to excellence is evident in every ride, with our drivers providing safety, security, and peace of mind to passengers on every journey.

Our Services

We offer a range of services designed to meet the unique needs of our clients. Our student transportation operations serve school districts and intermediate school districts throughout Michigan, providing access to public education for general education and special education students. Our public and university transit operations serve municipalities, transit agencies, and universities by offering daily transit solutions. Our management and consulting services provide transportation management, consulting, and staffing solutions to schools, transit agencies, and municipalities. Additionally, we offer event and workplace shuttle services, personalized small vehicle services, and healthcare transportation solutions.

Our Core Values

At Dean, we're guided by a set of core values that set us apart:

• Dependability: We pledge to be present, fully engaged, and provide excellence on every drive.
• Education: We prioritize providing safe, reliable, and positive experiences to the students we transport daily.
• Environment: We believe that by incorporating eco-friendly initiatives, equipment, and practices, we can play a role in making planet Earth a greener one for generations to come.
• Community: We're not just in your community; we're a part of your community.
• Technology: We continually evaluate and incorporate new technologies into our equipment and services to increase safety, efficiency, and improve the passenger experience.
• Health: We put the safety and well-being of our students and passengers above all else.
• Safety: We prioritize the safety of our students and passengers above all else.

Join Our Team

If you share our commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and community involvement, consider joining our team. We offer a range of career opportunities, from driving and management roles to administrative and technical positions.