School Bus Driver

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Now hiring Part‑Time School Bus Drivers in Newark, NJ!

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 student’s 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 industry‑leading technology to help you succeed.

• A split shift, which includes an early morning before‑school pickup and an after‑school drop‑off with a few free hours in between.
• A guaranteed shift of four (4) hours per school day; no working nights or weekends unless you want to.
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available.

• Pay range is $30.00 – $31.83 per hour.
• Medical, Dental & Vision benefits plus a 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• No experience necessary. We offer paid CDL training!
• Child‑Ride‑Along program – a perfect opportunity for working parents.

• Do not have a college degree or high school diploma.
• Have military experience.
• Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job.
• Are retirees.
• Are looking to jump‑start a new career.

• Are looking for a part‑time schedule.
• Enjoy working with students.
• Are at least 21 years old.
• Have 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.

Conditions apply; see locations for details.

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. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..