School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; Tolono (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team as a Part-Time School Bus Driver, where you will play an essential role in your community by ensuring the safe transportation of students. This position offers flexible hours with no nights or weekends, and you will receive comprehensive training with industry-leading technology. Enjoy a starting wage of $23.00 per hour, plus bonuses for referrals and sign-on. Whether you're looking to return to the workforce, start a new career, or simply enjoy working with students, this role provides a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

$3,000 Sign-on Bonus

$1,000 Referral Bonus

$200 Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus

Paid CDL training

Paid holidays

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

401K Retirement Savings Plans

Child ride along program

Flexible hours

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license for 3+ years.
• No experience as a bus driver is required; training provided.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

No college degree 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 Tolono, IL

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.
• A guaranteed shift of hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want to.
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available.

School Bus Driver benefits:

• $23.00/HR starting wage; depending on experience.
• $3,000 Sign-on Bonus*
• $1,000 Referral Bonus*
• $200 Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus*
• No experience necessary! We train!
• Paid CDL training.
• Paid holidays.
• Additional hours available – charter route opportunities!
• Child ride along program.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits plus 401K Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA).
• No nights or weekends.

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.

*Conditions apply; see locations for details. Must obtain Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) within 15 days of accepting job offer. Bonus offer expires 07/31/25.