School Bus Driver

Overview

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers – Elmira, OR. As a Part‑time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in the community by starting students’ days with a morning pickup, transporting them safely to school and back in the afternoon, and providing additional hours for field trips or special events.

No experience is required;
First Student provides expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

• 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.

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Looking for a part‑time schedule with summers off.
• Enjoy working with students.
• Compliance with DOT drug testing and 49
  
  CFR Part
  40 (no narcotics).

Preferred experience includes a Class

B license, ride‑share or taxi experience, teaching, retail or customer‑service roles, or any background that demonstrates safety and customer focus.

• Hourly rate
  : $22.50–$27.00 per hour; training rate $15.05 per hour.
• Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided.
• Medical, dental, vision and life‑insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Guaranteed minimum hours: paid for a minimum of 4 hours per day when both AM and PM shifts are worked.
• Part‑time, flexible schedule—split shifts, weekdays only, no nights, weekends, holidays or summers.
• Employee assistance program (EAP) counseling and support services.
• Child ride‑along program.
• Safety or attendance bonus.
• Career advancement opportunities into operations, maintenance, management and leadership roles across the U.S. and Canada.

First Student is an affirmative action employer. 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 Student is committed to providing a drug‑free workplace and to applying for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the applicable fair‑chance laws.