School Bus Driver

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Now Hiring Part‑time School Bus Drivers in Newark, DE! No Experience Necessary! We Train!

Why join as a School Bus Driver? For many reasons:

• Starting Pay - $23.28/HR
• $2,000 Sign On Bonus!*
• Wage Increase after 4 months of employment!
• Fantastic CDL Training - Training hours will be reimbursed!
• Additional Hours Available - Extra Charter Routes Opportunities!
• Competitive Benefits
• 5 paid holidays and 2 personal days

About the Position:

• Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely
• Drivers enjoy the support of our industry‑leading technology to guide them through their daily routes
• Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre‑ and post‑trip vehicle inspections
• Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus

Qualifications:

• Good verbal communication skills
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Be subject to a drug screen and physical
• Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason
• Conditions Apply. See location for details. Bonus expires 12/31/25.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company‑owned vehicle, are considered safety‑sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

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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