Hiring East Bay Drivers - Sign On Bonus

Via Transportation; California; On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

New Driver Bonus $300

Flexible driving sessions

Live support

Community impact

Job summary

Via Student Transit in Richmond, CA seeks safe, reliable local drivers with their own 4-door vehicle to transport students to and from school on scheduled routes. Earn up to $32/hour for driving time, plus a $300 new driver bonus, with flexible sessions and live support.

You’ll handle fuel, maintenance, and insurance costs, and pass background, drug, and DMV checks. Typical shifts are two blocks on weekdays, with morning and afternoon options; join a program focused on community safety and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years old.
• Must have a valid U.S. driver's license.
• Minimum 5 years of unrestricted U.S. driving history.
• Must have a qualifying personal vehicle (4 doors, no older than 10 years, pass safety inspection).
• Active personal auto insurance.
• Smartphone compatible with the Via Driver App.
• Ability to pass fingerprint-based background check, drug screening, and motor vehicle record check.

Responsibilities

• Drive scheduled student transportation routes using your own vehicle.
• Complete assigned driving shifts and be paid for driving hours.
• Be responsible for fuel, maintenance, and personal auto insurance costs.
• Adhere to safety requirements and local program guidelines.

Skills

Age 25+

Valid U.S. driver’s license

5+ years driving history

Personal vehicle (4 doors, <=10 yrs)

Active personal auto insurance

Smartphone with Via Driver App

Background check

Drug screening

DMV record check

Job description

Job Description

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.

To read our FAQ, click here: drive-with-vst-faq/

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.