Part-Time Student Driver

Job Description

Job Description

Drive to Make a Difference!

For 34 years, Tristar has been Central Ohio's trusted special needs transportation company. We're a family-run business with a collaborative, fast-paced team — and we're looking for compassionate drivers to safely transport students and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

What We Offer:

• $100 signing bonus
• Company car, gas card & phone provided
• Paid training (classes every two weeks)
• Earned PTO
• Referral program
• No CDL required

The Role:
This is a PART-TIME, year-round position working a split shift Monday–Friday from home, averaging 25–30 hours/week. You'll drive a small route transporting children to/from school using a company vehicle.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Pick up and drop off students/clients safely and on time via a route app
• Check vehicle equipment before each shift (gas card, car seats, first aid kit, cell phone, etc.)
• Maintain student safety and behavior in the vehicle
• Communicate with the office and log time electronically

Requirements:

• Valid Ohio driver's license (NO CDL required)
• Must be 25+ with a clean driving record
• Strong defensive driving skills
• Ability to work independently
• Empathy and experience (or comfort) working with special needs individuals
• Must pass background check, drug screen, and physical — all paid by Tristar
• Must meet ODE driver credentialing requirements

If you want a job where you truly make a difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. Tristar is stable, compassionate, and ready to welcome you to our team.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• Company car
• Fuel card
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Referral program

Shift:

• Day shift

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday