Hiring East Bay Drivers - Sign On Bonus

Drive With Purpose. Transport Students. Earn Up to $32/Hour.
Looking for a flexible way to earn extra income while making a real impact in your community?
Via Student Transit is looking for safe, reliable local drivers in the Richmond area to transport students to and from school using their own personal vehicle. Unlike traditional rideshare, you'll complete scheduled student transportation routes with smart routing, dedicated support, and the opportunity to help families in your community every day.
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Why Drive with Via Student Transit?
Earn $32/hour while completing scheduled driving assignments
$300 New Driver Bonus
Choose from available driving sessions that fit your schedule
Live support whenever you're on the road
Make a difference by helping students get to and from school safely every day
Requirements to be a Via Driver Partner:
Be at least 25 years old
Valid U.S. driver's license
Minimum 5 years of unrestricted U.S. driving history
A qualifying personal vehicle (4 doors, no older than 10 years, able to pass a safety inspection)
Active personal auto insurance
Smartphone compatible with the Via Driver App
Ability to pass:
Fingerprint-based background check
Drug screening
Motor vehicle record check

What to Expect:
Typical driving hours: Two 2–4 hour shifts are available each weekday; AM shifts vary between 6:30–9:30 AM and afternoon shifts vary between 2:00–5:00 PM.
Hourly pay applies only to scheduled and completed driving hours
You will be driving your own vehicle, and this must meet all local program and safety requirements.
Driver Partners are responsible for fuel, maintenance, and personal auto insurance costs.
Additional market-specific details will be shared during onboarding.