School Bus Driver

Position Overview

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers for Gary, IN. Sign‑On Bonus: $2,500. 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 experience is necessary – training provided.

• Pay Details:
  Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $25.50 – $30.00 per hour (starting at $25.75 for the upcoming school year)
• Training Rate: $15.00
• 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 5 hours per day at minimum
• Child Ride‑Along Program:
  Perfect for working parents
• Safety or Attendance bonuses
• Commercial Learner’s Permit Bonus

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions
• Conduct pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits)
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays
• Demonstrate 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

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

• Valid Class B License
• History of 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 associate

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 ScheduleI drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. First is also committed to providing a drug‑free workplace.