School Bus Driver

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 their destinations each day. Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

As a First Student part‑time school bus driver you will play a vital role in your community by transporting students safely before and after school. You will be on the shift at the start of the students’ day with a before‑school pickup and at the end of the day with an afternoon drop‑off. No experience as a bus driver is required;

we provide industry‑leading training to help you succeed.

• A split shift, which means an early morning before‑school pickup and an after‑school drop‑off with a few free hours in between
• A guaranteed shift of 4 hours per school day, with no work on nights or weekends unless you choose to
• Additional hours through trips and charters when available

• $16.50 / hour – $17.50 / hour starting wage, based on experience
• Commercial Learners Permit Bonus**
• $750.00 Bonus – if the CLP is presented within 7 days of completing the virtual CLP class
• $250.00 Bonus – if the CLP is presented within 14 days of completing the virtual CLP class
• Medical, dental, & vision benefits plus 401(k) retirement savings plan (benefits may vary by location or CBA)
• Paid holidays
• 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. Offer expires 8/31/2025.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and other positions 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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