School Bus Driver

First Student; Hamden (CT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3,000

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Gym membership $275/year

Attendance bonus $15/week

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Paid training

Job summary

First Student in Hamden, CT is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers. Start the day with student pickup and return them home after classes. Training is provided and field trips may add hours. No experience is required, with a $3,000 sign-on bonus for non-CDL drivers and a $5,000 bonus for fully licensed drivers.

Pay is $24.30/hr plus benefits and opportunities for advancement. Flexible part-time schedule, safe driving focus, and support for career growth across locations in the U.S. & Canada.

Qualifications

• No experience is required to become a school bus driver.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus and conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.

Skills

Customer service

Safety orientation

Team player

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Hamden, CT.

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students’ days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available. No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

$3,000 Sign-On Bonus for Non-CDL Drivers** Don't have your CDL yet? No problem! Non-CDL candidates may be eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus while completing the required steps to become a School Bus Driver. Conditions apply.

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for Experienced, Fully Licensed School Bus Drivers* Experienced drivers who currently hold the required School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements, have no Air Brake restriction (L), and have at least one year of driving experience may be eligible for the $5,000 sign-on bonus. Conditions apply.

Pay Details:

• Hourly Rate: $24.30 per hour wage, based on years of service per hour after training completion
• $275 a year towards a gym membership
• $15.00 attendance weekly bonus for maintaining good attendance.
• Training Hourly Rate: $16.94 per hour while training. Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.

School Bus Driver benefits:

• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum.
• Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.

Responsibilities

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• People who enjoy working with children

You might be a good fit as a School Bus Driver if you:

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

• Valid Class B License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support. Conditions apply. The $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for a limited time. Meet all bonus eligibility requirements. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

Language Requirement

This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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.

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.

MISSION

Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

Safety is at the heart of everything we do.

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS

Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure.

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS

Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities.

FOSTER TEAMWORK

Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion.

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence.

Note: 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.