CDL School Bus Driver – Flexible Hours + $5k Sign-On

First Student; United States; Remote; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Full-time schedule

Job summary

First Student is hiring full-time CDL Bus Drivers to serve DHS, IATS, and MTA routes across the United States. After training, drivers earn $23.00–$24.00 per hour with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced drivers; $3,000 for new drivers.* Training for CDL/CLP is provided along with benefits and 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities include transporting students, ensuring safety, inspecting vehicles, and cooperating with school staff and dispatch.

Qualifications

• Age 21+; valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• DOT or state requirements may apply; training provided for CDL/CLP.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding/unloading and assist with seatbelts.
• Maintain order on the bus and conduct pre/post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Safety awareness

English proficiency

Job description

First Student is hiring full-time CDL Bus Drivers to serve DHS, IATS, and MTA routes across the United States. After training, drivers earn $23.00–$24.00 per hour with a $5,000 sign-on bonus for experienced drivers; $3,000 for new drivers.* Training for CDL/CLP is provided along with benefits and 401(k) matching.

Responsibilities include transporting students, ensuring safety, inspecting vehicles, and cooperating with school staff and dispatch.