School Bus Driver - Atikokan

First Student; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 19,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: $1500 (G) / $5000 (B)

Hourly rate $24.20

EAP

Casual dress

On-site parking

Job summary

First Student in Atikokan, ON is seeking a Part Time School Bus Driver to start mornings with pickup and transport students after school. You will operate safely, supervise boarding, and assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids, with opportunities for field trips and events.

No experience is required, as expert training is provided to help you become a safe and professional driver. The role offers a $24.20 hourly rate and a sign-on bonus program for eligible licenses, with advancement

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Full G license for at least 1 year.
• Part-time schedule with summers off.
• No experience required – training provided.

Responsibilities

• 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 bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.

Skills

G license

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers – Atikokan, ON

Sign-On Bonus: $1500 for G Licensed drivers and $5000 for B Licensed Drivers!* *Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus offer is effective until October 31, 2026

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 experience is necessary to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

School Bus Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $24.20 per hour
• 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 3 hours per day at minimum.
• Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.
• Safety and/or Attendance bonuses
• Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply. See location for details.
• Casual dress
• Company events
• On-site parking

Career Advancement Opportunities:

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

Your day as a School Bus 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 bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus 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 Bus 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 Bus Driver if you:

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a full G license for at least 1 year
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

• Valid Commercial License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, commercial driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

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.

MISSION

Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

Safety is at the heart of everything we do

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS

Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS

Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

FOSTER TEAMWORK

Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence