School Bus Driver

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Rochester, NH!

Limited-Time $3,000 Sign-On Bonus

09/8-09/22***

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 to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications

• Hourly Rate : $26.00- $30.00 per hour after training completion

• 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: Eligible employees may participate in the Child Ride-Along Program after successfully completing all required training, obtaining the necessary qualifications, and being assigned to a regular route. Child must be at least 1 year old. Not available during CDL training, new hire training, orientation or onboarding activities. Available only after the employee has completed training and is actively assigned to a route

• Safety or Attendance bonuses**

• Training Rate : $15.00

• 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

• Are at least 21 years old

• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years

• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off

• Enjoy working with students

Note: 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.

• Valid Class B License

• History 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.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

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* Conditions apply. The $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for a limited time. Applicants must apply between 09/8-09/22 and meet all bonus eligibility requirements. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

**** Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective 07/01/2026- 06/30/27

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from…