School Bus Driver

First Student; Belchertown (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated School Bus Drivers in Belchertown, MA. This role offers a starting wage of $27.90 per hour with no prior experience necessary, as training is provided. Join a supportive team that prioritizes safety and innovation, utilizing advanced technology to navigate daily routes. Enjoy a work-life balance with no nights or weekends required. If you are passionate about ensuring students' safety and well-being, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license for 3 years.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Conduct pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus.

Skills

Verbal Communication Skills

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 Belchertown, MA!

Why join us as a School Bus Driver?

• $27.90/HR starting wage
• No experience necessary! We train!
• Additional hours may be available
• No nights or weekends

About the School Bus Driver 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

School Bus Driver Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

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 qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and other fair chance laws. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is available here.