Hiring East Bay Drivers - Sign On Bonus

Via Transportation; Piedmont (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay $32

New driver bonus

Flexible shifts

Live support

Job summary

Via Student Transit is seeking safe, reliable local drivers in the Richmond area to transport students to and from school using their own car. Earn up to $32/hour for scheduled routes with flexible shifts and live on-road support.

Drivers must meet safety and licensing requirements, pass background checks, and cover their own vehicle costs while contributing to a trusted community service every school day.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years old.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.
• Minimum 5 years of unrestricted U.S. driving history.
• Qualifying personal vehicle (4 doors, ≤10 years old, passes 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

• Transport students on scheduled routes using your own vehicle.
• Complete two 2-4 hour shifts on weekdays (AM/PM).
• Earn $32/hour for scheduled driving hours.
• Drive sessions that fit your schedule with live support on the road.
• Cover fuel, maintenance, and personal auto insurance costs.

Skills

Valid driver's license

Safe driving

5+ years driving history

Smartphone

Background check

Drug screening

MVR check

Vehicle readiness

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.