School Bus Driver

First for a Reason

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day. Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students' day with before‑school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.

No experience as a bus driver is required! We are proud to train you with our industry‑leading technology to help you succeed.

• A split shift: early morning before‑school pickup and after‑school drop‑off with a few free hours in between
• Guaranteed shift of 5 hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want to
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

• $18.00/HR starting wage; depending on experience
• $500 Referral Bonus*
• Commercial Learners Permit Bonus**
• $750.00 Bonus if the CLP is presented within 7 days of completing the Virtual CLP class
• $250.00 Bonus if the CLP is presented within 14 days of completing the Virtual CLP class
• No experience necessary – we train!
• Paid CDL training
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits plus 401K Retirement Savings Plans (may vary by location or CBA)
• 5 hour a day guarantee
• Weekly pay
• Paid holidays
• Additional hours available – charter route opportunities
• No nights or weekends

• No college degree or high school diploma
• Military experience
• Returning to the workforce or looking for a second job
• Retirees
• Looking to jump start a new career

• Looking for a part‑time schedule
• Enjoy working with students
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver's license for at least 3 years

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.

• Conditions apply. Please see locations for details. Offer expires 8/31/2025
• Conditions apply. Please see locations for details. Offer expires 12/31/2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law.

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Entry level

Part‑time

Management and Manufacturing

School and Employee Bus Services

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