School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers in Ames, IA. This role involves safely transporting students with a guaranteed 6-hour shift per school day. No prior experience is needed, as paid training is provided. Ideal candidates enjoy working with students and seek part-time employment. Benefits include a competitive wage, sign-on bonus, and medical coverage.

Benefits

Competitive starting wage

$2,500 sign-on bonus

Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plans

Paid CDL training

Child-Ride-Along Program

Qualifications

• No college degree or high school diploma required.
• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely with a split shift schedule.
• Provide additional hours through trips and charters when available.

Skills

Working with students

Military experience

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, creating and implementing the most advanced training and technology in the transportation industry.

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers for Ames, IA

As a First Student Part-Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will start the students’ day with before-school pickup and end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.

No experience as a bus driver is required! We provide industry-leading training to help you succeed.

Your day will include:

• A split shift, with early morning pickup and afternoon drop-off, plus a few free hours in between
• A guaranteed 6-hour shift per school day, with no nights or weekends unless you choose to work them
• Additional hours through trips and charters when available

School Bus Driver benefits:

• Competitive starting wage
• $2,500 sign-on bonus*
• Medical, Dental, & Vision benefits, plus 401(k) retirement plans (benefits may vary by location or CBA)
• No experience necessary; paid CDL training provided!
• Child-Ride-Along Program* – a great opportunity for working parents

Ideal candidates for our bus driver roles:

• No college degree or high school diploma required
• Military experience
• Returning to the workforce or seeking a second job
• Retirees
• Looking to start a new career

You might be a good fit if you:

• Seek part-time work
• Enjoy working with students
• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive role. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

*Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus offer expires 6/30/25.

In Washington, all technician and driving positions are considered safety-sensitive and are subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to a drug-free workplace and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with fair chance laws. For details, see Fair Chance Ordinance Poster.