Part-Time School Bus Driver - Flexible Hours, Great Pay

First Student; Merced (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Part-time schedule

Job summary

First Student in Merced, CA is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers to start mornings with student pickups and transport them home in the afternoon. No experience is required, with expert training provided. The role includes field trips and special events as needed, with a guaranteed minimum of hours and a path to career growth across 540 locations in the U.S.

and Canada. You'll receive competitive hourly pay, training hours, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a

Qualifications

• Requires a valid Class B license and clean driving record.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to follow schedules and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Skills

Valid Class B License

Job description

First Student in Merced, CA is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers to start mornings with student pickups and transport them home in the afternoon. No experience is required, with expert training provided. The role includes field trips and special events as needed, with a guaranteed minimum of hours and a path to career growth across 540 locations in the U.S.

and Canada. You'll receive competitive hourly pay, training hours, and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a