School Bus Driver ( part-time )

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Airport Community Schools, Carleton, Michigan! New Driver Sign-On Bonus: $1,000 Experienced Driver Sign-On Bonus- $2,000 ( Must have valid CDL-A or B, Passenger (P) Endorsement, School Bus (S) Endorsement and Air Brakes) 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. School Bus Driver benefits:

• Hourly Rate : $24.00 to $29.00 per hour
• Training Hourly Rate: $24.00 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.
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus for new drivers*
• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus for experienced*
• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
• Child Ride-Along Program: Safety or Attendance bonuses**
• Commercial Learner’s Permit Bonus***

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include: Safely transport students to and from school and activities. Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions. Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary. Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills. School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For: 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 You might be a good fit as a School Bus Driver if you: Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off 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. Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as: 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. A CDL is not required to apply . Qualified candidates will receive training to earn the licenses and endorsements needed for the role. After training, candidates must successfully meet all requirements, including: Class A or Class B CDL Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) Endorsements We'll help guide you through every step of the process! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support. Sign-on bonus conditions apply. Bonus offer is effective 10/30/2026. Sign-On bonus payouts are at 30, 60, and 180 days after the employee has completed training and approved by compliance for revenue service. Commercial Learner’s Permit Bonus conditions apply. Bonus offer is effective 01/01/2027. Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, 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 their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. 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. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request .