School Bus Driver

Additional Job Description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced, Fully Licensed School Bus Drivers*
$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for New/Non-CDL Drivers*

Experienced drivers who currently hold the required School Bus (S), Passenger (P), endorsements and No Air Brake restrictions (L) may be eligible for the $5,000 sign-on bonus
. Conditions apply.

As a Part-Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

No CDL? No experience? No problem! We provide the training and guidance needed to help you earn your CDL and become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

• Hourly Rate: $32.40 per hour

• Training Hourly Rate: $16.94

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible experienced, fully licensed drivers*

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new/non-CDL drivers*

• Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match

• Part-time, flexible schedule:
  Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required

• Career Advancement Opportunities:
  Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues

• Community Impact:
  Be a trusted figure for students and families

• Employee Discount Program:
  Discounts on various products and services

• Guaranteed Minimum
  
  Hours:
  
  Get paid for 20 hours per week

• Child Ride-Along Program:
  Perfect for working parents

• Safety or Attendance bonuses**

• Chime®: Eligible employees can access convenient banking features, including the ability to receive their paycheck early with direct deposit.

• Salt®: A financial wellness benefit designed to help employees manage student loans, build financial confidence, and access helpful financial resources.

• Safely transporting students to and from school and activities

• Supervising boarding and unloading at stops and assisting students as needed

• Maintaining order on the bus to prevent distractions

• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections

• Reporting mechanical issues promptly and keeping the bus clean and sanitary

• Obeying all traffic laws and company safety standards

• Communicating with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays

• Demonstrating leadership and customer service skills

• Retirees looking for supplemental income

• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work

• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles

• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job

• People who enjoy working with children

• Are at least 21 years old

• Have held a valid driver's license for at least 3 years

• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off

• Enjoy working with students

Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

• Valid Class B CDL with applicable endorsements

• Previous school bus or passenger transportation experience

• History driving with ride-share companies or taxi services

• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail…