Part Time School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated School Bus Drivers to join their team in Elk Grove Village. This rewarding position offers a starting wage of $24.00 to $29.50 per hour, with paid CDL training provided for those without experience. Drivers will enjoy a supportive work environment, industry-leading technology for route guidance, and guaranteed hours. With no nights or weekends required, this role is perfect for those looking to make a positive impact on students' daily lives while enjoying competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Join a family of over 60,000 employees committed to safety and innovation!

Benefits

Paid CDL Training

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

401K Retirement Savings Plans

Paid Holidays

Child Ride Along Program

Referral Bonus

Additional Charter Route Opportunities

Hours Guarantee

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license for 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

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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 includes 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.

Now Hiring School Bus Drivers in Elk Grove, IL - $24.00 - $29.50/HR Starting Wage, Depending on Experience. Paid CDL Training.

Join First Student Elk Grove for Walk-In Interviews! Join us every Wednesday from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm at 2100 Busse Rd, Elk Grove Village, Illinois, USA, 60007. Meet the team and learn more about your future career! There will be an opportunity to fill out an online application and for an on-the-spot interview!

Questions? Call today for more information! [phone] ext 209

Why join as a School Bus Driver? For many reasons:

• $24.00 - $29.50/HR starting wage; depending on experience
• $1,000 Referral Bonus*
• No experience necessary! We train!
• Paid CDL training
• Hours guarantee
• Paid holidays
• Additional hours available – charter route opportunities!
• Child ride along program
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits plus 401K Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)
• 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 1/31/2024.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law.