Part Time School Van Drive

Now Hiring Part Time School Van Drivers - Elk Grove Village, IL

As a Part Time School Van 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 trip and special event transportation may be available.

No experience is necessary to become a van driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school van driver.

School Van Driver benefits

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Hourly Rate : $21.00 per hour

Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options

401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.

Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes).

Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!

Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.

Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.

Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.

Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum.

Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.

Your day as a School Van Driver will include

Safely transport students to and from school and activities.

Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.

Maintain order on the vehicle to prevent distractions.

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).

Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the vehicle clean and sanitary.

Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.

Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.

Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Van 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 Van Driver if you

Are at least 21 years old

Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years

Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers offEnjoy working with students

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

History driving with ride share companies or taxi services

Previous experience as a teacher, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

Take 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.

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

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