School Bus Driver

First Student; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking part-time School Bus Drivers in Little Rock, AR. This role is perfect for those who enjoy working with children and want a flexible schedule. No prior experience is required, as paid training is provided. You will play a crucial role in your community, ensuring students are safely transported to and from school. Enjoy competitive pay, guaranteed hours, and a supportive work environment that values safety and innovation. Join a team that makes a difference in the lives of students every day!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plans

Child-Ride-Along Program

Paid CDL Training

5 hour a day guarantee

Qualifications

• No experience necessary; paid CDL training provided.
• Must have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school.
• Work a split shift with morning and afternoon hours.

Skills

Driving

Communication

Safety Awareness

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 Little Rock, AR

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
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

School Bus Driver benefits:

• $22.00 an hour starting wage, based on school bus driver experience.
• 5 hour a day guarantee
• 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!
• Child-Ride-Along Program – a perfect opportunity for working parents
• Open House every Friday from 9 am - Noon.

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:

• Are looking for a part-time schedule
• 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.

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.