School Bus Driver

First Student Part Time School Bus DriverAt 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. 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.Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers for Cahokia, ILAs a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students' day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.No experience as a bus driver is required! We're proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed.Your day will include:A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in betweenA guaranteed shift of hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want toAdditional hours gained through trips and charters when availableSchool Bus Driver benefits:$22.00 - $26.00/HR starting wage; depending on experience$3,000 Sign-On Bonus*$500 Referral Bonus*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.No experience necessary! We train!Paid CDL trainingPaid holidaysAdditional hours available – charter route opportunities!Child ride along programMedical, Dental and Vision Benefits plus 401K Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)No nights or weekendsFor our bus Driver roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:Do not have a college degree or high school diplomaHave military experienceAre returning to the workforce or looking for a second jobAre retireesAre looking to jump start a new careerYou might be a good fit if you:Are looking for a part-time scheduleEnjoy working with studentsAre at least 21 years oldHave a valid driver's license for at least 3 yearsThis 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. Please see locations for details. Offer expires 12/31/2025**Conditions apply. Please see locations for details. Offer expires 8/31/2025All 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.