School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; East Aurora (NY); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading transportation company is hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers in East Aurora, NY. As a driver, you will play a crucial role in the community by safely transporting students. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision. No prior experience needed—paid training provided.

Benefits

Starting wage of $24.00-$27.50/hour

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Fully Credentialed Drivers

$1,500 Sign-On Bonus for New Drivers

$200 Commercial Learner’s Permit bonus

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

401k Retirement Plans

Child-Ride-Along Program

Qualifications

• No experience as a bus driver is required; paid CDL training provided.
• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Split shifts with early morning pickup and afternoon drop-off.
• Transport students safely to and from school.

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; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology in the transportation industry.

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students to and from school daily! Our employees are also at the forefront of innovation; they create and implement the most advanced technology in the school bus industry.

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers in East Aurora, NY!

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 student’s 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:

• Split shifts with early morning pickup and afternoon drop-off, with free hours in between
• A guaranteed 4-hour shift per school day, with no night or weekend work unless desired
• Additional hours through trips and charters when available

School Bus Driver benefits:

• Starting wage of $24.00-$27.50/hour, based on experience
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Fully Credentialed Drivers*
• $1,500 Sign-On Bonus for New Drivers*
• $200 Commercial Learner’s Permit bonus*
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Plans (benefits may vary by location)
• No experience necessary; paid CDL training provided
• Child-Ride-Along Program — ideal for working parents

Ideal candidates for our driver roles:

• Do not require a college degree or high school diploma
• Have military experience
• Are returning to work or seeking a second job
• Are retirees
• Want to start a new career

You might be a good fit if you:

• Seek part-time hours
• 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 the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

*Must obtain a Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) within 15 days of accepting the job offer. Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus offer expires 6/30/25.

In Washington state, all driver positions are considered safety-sensitive and 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 more info, see Fair Chance Ordinance Poster.