School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; Stonington (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in student transportation is hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers in Stonington, CT. This role involves safely transporting students during school hours with flexible hours and comprehensive training provided. Enjoy a starting wage of $24.50/hour, with benefits including medical insurance and paid CDL training.

Benefits

Paid CDL training

Attendance and safety bonuses

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

Some paid holidays

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Conduct morning pickup and afternoon drop-off for students.
• Work a split shift, typically 4 to 6 hours per school day.
• Opportunities for extra hours through trips and charters.

Skills

Verbal communication skills

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 in Stonington, 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:

• $24.50/hour starting wage – top scale up to $29.90/hour

• Paid CDL training*

• Attendance and safety bonuses*

• Some paid holidays

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available

• Make a difference in your community every single day

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.