School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team as Part Time School Bus Drivers. This role is crucial in ensuring the safe transport of students within the community. With flexible hours and guaranteed shifts, you will play an important part in the daily lives of students, making a difference in their education journey. No prior experience is needed as comprehensive training will be provided, including support for obtaining a CDL. If you enjoy working with children and are looking for a rewarding role, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

$1,500 sign on bonus for CDL Permit holders

$3,000 sign on bonus for CDL Licensed drivers

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plans

Paid CDL training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license for 3+ years.
• No experience necessary; paid CDL training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school during split shifts.
• Ensure timely pickups and drop-offs while maintaining safety standards.

Skills

Driving Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

No formal education required

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 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.

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers for Yonker, New York

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 be there at the start of the students’ day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.

No experience as a bus driver is required! We’re proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed.

Your day will include:

• A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between
• A guaranteed shift of 6 hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want to
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

School Bus Driver benefits:

• $16.50/hour - $28.16/hour starting wage (Van), based on school bus driver experience.
• $16.50/hour - $31.57/hour starting wage (Big Bus), based on school bus driver experience.
• $1,500 sign on bonus for CDL Permit holders
• $3,000 sign on bonus for CDL Licensed drivers
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)
• No experience necessary. We offer paid CDL training!

For our bus Driver roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

• Do not have a college degree or high school diploma
• Have military experience
• Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job
• Are retirees
• Are looking to jump start a new career

You might be a good fit if you:

• 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 employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

*Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus offer expires soon*