Part Time School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; Burlington Junction (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in student transportation is seeking dedicated School Bus Drivers to join their family of over 60,000 employees. This role offers a starting wage of $17.50 per hour, with additional bonuses for licensed and new drivers. You'll enjoy comprehensive training, including paid CDL training, and the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology that supports your daily routes. With no nights or weekends required, this position is perfect for those looking for a fulfilling job that prioritizes safety and community. Join a team committed to excellence and make a difference in students' lives every day!

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus for Fully Licensed Drivers

Sign-on Bonus for New Drivers

Paid CDL Training

Hours Guarantee

Charter Route Opportunities

No Nights or Weekends

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Good verbal communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Conduct pre and post trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

Education

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Industry Leading Technology

Job description

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.

Why join as a School Bus Driver?

• $17.50 / HR starting wage; depending on experience
• $2,000 Sign-on Bonus for fully licensed drivers*
• $1,000 Sign-on Bonus for new drivers*
• No experience necessary! We train!
• Paid CDL training
• Hours guarantee
• Additional hours available – charter route opportunities!
• No nights or weekends

About the Position

• Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely
• Drivers enjoy the support of our industry leading technology to guide them through their daily routes
• Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections
• Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Be subject to a drug screen and physical
• Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

*Conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus expires 3/31/25