School Bus Driver

About the Role

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers – Tustin, CA. As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will pick up students in the morning 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 provide expert training and guidance to help you become a trained, 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 and summers off.
• Enjoy working with students.
• Subject to DOT drug testing as a safety‑sensitive employee.

• Pay Details – hourly rate $29.74–$36.61 per hour; training hourly rate $18.00 per hour.
• 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, or holidays.
• Guaranteed minimum hours: get paid for 5 hours per day at minimum; extra hours available for charters, field trips, and summer school routes.
• Career advancement opportunities in operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles across 540+ locations in the U.S. and Canada.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – counseling and support services.
• Employee Discount Program – discounts on various products and services.

Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; no nights, weekends, and holidays. Guaranteed minimum pay for 5 hours per day.

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.