School Bus Driver

First Student; East Lyme (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a part-time School Bus Driver in Niantic, CT, where you'll be responsible for safely transporting students to and from school each day. With paid training and a starting wage of $21.00/hour, this role is ideal for those who enjoy working with children while earning a flexible income.

Benefits

Paid CDL training

Child-Ride-Along Program

Paid holidays

No nights or weekends

Qualifications

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for a minimum of 3 years.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school.
• Work a split shift with morning and afternoon schedules.
• Opportunities for extra hours through trips and charters.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

Job description

Join to apply for the School Bus Driver role at First Student

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers for Niantic, CT

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’ll be there at the start of their day with before-school pickup, and again in the afternoon to bring them safely home.

No experience required — we’re proud to train you using our industry-leading tools and technology.

Your day will include:

• A split shift with morning pickup and afternoon drop-off
• A typical range of 4 to 6 hours per school day*
• Opportunities for extra hours through trips and charters

School Bus Driver benefits:

• $21.00/hour starting wage
• Paid CDL training*
• Child-Ride-Along Program – a perfect option for working parents*
• Paid holidays
• No nights or weekends
• Additional hours available through charter routes

You might be a good fit if you:

• Have strong verbal communication skills
• Are at least 21 years old
• Have held a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Can pass a DOT physical and drug screen

DOT Compliance Notice:

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employer. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Conditions apply. Bonus details, eligibility, and daily hours may vary based on location, route, and assignment.

Apply today to become a part of our team.

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 .

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• School and Employee Bus Services