Part-Time School Bus Drivers – CDL Experienced

FIRST STUDENT INC; Lawnside (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Split shifts

Career advancement

EAP

Employee discounts

Minimum 22 hours per week

Charter trips opportunities

Job summary

First Student Inc. is hiring a Part-Time School Bus Driver in Lawnside, NJ. CDL with S and P endorsements is required, along with at least three years of driving experience and a clean DOT record. The role centers on morning pickups and afternoon returns, with field trips and special events possible.

Offers a 22+ hour minimum per week, healthcare options, a 401(k) with company match, and flexible split shifts on weekdays. Growth opportunities and EAP programs are available across locations.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class B CDL or higher with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Minimum of three years driving experience
• Must meet all DOT physical and background requirements

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting students to and from school and related activities
• Supervising boarding and unloading at bus stops
• Assisting students with seatbelts and mobility devices as needed
• Maintaining order on the bus to ensure a safe environment
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Reporting mechanical issues promptly and maintaining vehicle cleanliness
• Complying with all DOT regulations and company safety standards
• Communicating professionally with parents, school staff, and dispatch teams

Skills

CDL Experience

English Proficiency

Education

CDL with S and P endorsements

Job description

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers - CDL Experienced Drivers Only - Lawnside, NJ

As a Part-Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available. This position is for fully qualified CDL drivers only. Applicants must currently possess a valid CDL with both School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements at the time of application. We are not accepting permit holders or candidates requiring CDL training for this position.

School Bus Driver Benefits

• $32.50 per hour


• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance coverage options


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match


• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required


• Career Advancement Opportunities in over 540 locations across the U.S. and Canada


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Employee Discount Program


• Guaranteed minimum of 22 hours per week


• Additional opportunities for charter trips, field trips, and extracurricular transportation may be available

Your Day as a School Bus Driver Will Include

• Safely transporting students to and from school and school-related activities


• Supervising boarding and unloading at bus stops


• Assisting students with seatbelts and mobility devices as needed


• Maintaining order on the bus to ensure a safe environment


• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections


• Reporting mechanical issues promptly and maintaining vehicle cleanliness


• Complying with all DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety standards


• Communicating professionally with parents, school staff, and dispatch teams

School Bus Driver Jobs Are Perfect For

• Retirees looking for supplemental income


• Experienced CDL drivers seeking part-time work


• Veterans transitioning into civilian careers


• Drivers looking for a flexible schedule with weekends, holidays, and summers off


• Individuals who enjoy working with children and serving their community

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age


• Must possess a valid Class B CDL or higher


• Must possess current Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements


• Must meet all DOT physical and background requirements


• Must have a minimum of three years of driving experience


• Previous school bus driving experience is preferred

This position is for fully credentialed CDL drivers only. Candidates who require CDL training or who do not currently possess both the S and P endorsements will not be considered for this role. This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason. Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student while making a difference in your community.

Language Requirement

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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. 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. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

MISSION

Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

Safety is at the heart of everything we do

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS

Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS

Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

FOSTER TEAMWORK

Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence