School Bus Driver

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers – Chester, CT$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced, Fully Licensed School Bus Drivers*$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for New/Non-CDL Drivers*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 CDL? No experience? No problem! We provide the training and guidance needed to help you earn your CDL and become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.School Bus Driver BenefitsHourly Rate: $32.40 per hourTraining Hourly Rate: $16.94$5,000 sign-on bonus for eligible experienced, fully licensed drivers*$3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new/non-CDL drivers*Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training providedMedical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchPart-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers requiredCareer Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & CanadaEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issuesCommunity Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and familiesEmployee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and servicesGuaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 20 hours per weekChild Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parentsSafety or Attendance bonuses**Your Day as a School Bus Driver Will IncludeSafely transporting students to and from school and activitiesSupervising boarding and unloading at stops and assisting students as neededMaintaining order on the bus to prevent distractionsConducting pre-trip and post-trip inspectionsReporting mechanical issues promptly and keeping the bus clean and sanitaryObeying all traffic laws and company safety standardsCommunicating with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delaysDemonstrating leadership and customer service skillsSchool Bus Driver Jobs Are Perfect ForRetirees looking for supplemental incomeStay-at-home parents seeking daytime workVeterans transitioning into civilian rolesAnyone seeking a second career or flexible jobPeople who enjoy working with childrenYou Might Be a Good Fit if YouAre at least 21 years oldHave held a valid driver's license for at least 3 yearsAre looking for a part-time schedule and summers offEnjoy working with studentsGreat School Bus Drivers Often Bring Skills Such AsValid Class B CDL with applicable endorsementsPrevious school bus or passenger transportation experienceHistory driving with ride-share companies or taxi servicesPrevious experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associateTake 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.*Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for complete details.**Additional conditions may apply.Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.First for a reason: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. 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.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. 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. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request .