School Bus Driver

First Student Shared Services; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a large family of employees dedicated to safely transporting students as a Part-Time School Bus Driver. Enjoy a starting wage of $21.50/hour and benefit from paid CDL training. Enjoy working with students in a position designed to be flexible for your needs, offering additional hours for charters and trips.

Benefits

Paid CDL Training

7 Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plans

Child Ride-Along Program

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for a minimum of three years.
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test and physical examination.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus to promote a safe and welcoming environment.
• Utilize industry-leading technology to assist with daily routes.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Job description

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 Oak Park School District, Oak Park, MI

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 :

• 21.50 / hour starting wage.
• Paid CDL Training – No experience necessary!
• 7 Paid Holidays.
• Additional hours available – Charter route opportunities!
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location).
• Child Ride-Along Program – A great opportunity for working parents.

About the School Bus Driver Position :

• Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely.
• Utilize industry-leading technology to assist with daily routes.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus to promote a safe and welcoming environment.

School Bus Driver Qualifications :

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for a minimum of three years.
• Must pass a Department of Transportation (DOT) drug test and physical examination.
• DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

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.