School Bus Driver

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First Student is a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers every day. Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Employees are leaders in safety and innovation, creating and implementing the most advanced training and technology in the transportation industry.

Now hiring Part‑Time School Bus Drivers for Geary County, KS. As a First Student Part‑Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community by safely transporting students from early‑morning pickups to afternoon drop‑offs. No experience as a bus driver is required; we provide training with industry‑leading technology.

• A split shift: early morning before‑school pickup and after‑school drop‑off, with several free hours in between.
• A guaranteed shift per school day; no nights or weekends unless you choose to work them.
• Additional hours available through trips and charters when available.

• $20.50 per hour starting wage, based on bus driver experience.
• $750 bonus if the CLP is presented within 7 days of completing the Virtual CLP class.
• $250 bonus if the CLP is presented within 14 days of completing the Virtual CLP class.
• $1,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits and 401(k) retirement savings plan (benefits vary by location or CBA).
• Paid CDL training.
• Child‑Ride‑Along Program for working parents.

• Do not have a college degree or high‑school diploma.
• Have military experience.
• Returning to the workforce or seeking a second job.
• Retirees.
• Looking to jump‑start a new career.

• Seeking a part‑time schedule.
• Enjoys working with students.
• At least 21 years old.
• Has a 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.

• Bonus offer expires 11/30/25.
• Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus offer expires 12/31/25.

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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Ordinances in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and other applicable states.