School Bus Driver

First Student; Vashon (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate individuals to join their team as School Bus Drivers. This role offers a unique opportunity to positively impact the lives of students in your community while enjoying a flexible part-time schedule. With competitive hourly wages and comprehensive training provided, you can embark on a rewarding career without prior experience. Enjoy benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with annual wage increases. If you’re at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license, this could be the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits

401k Retirement Savings Plans

Child-Ride-Along Program

Annual wage increases

Paid CDL training

Qualifications

• No experience as a bus driver is required; paid CDL training is provided.
• Must have a valid driver's license for at least 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Transport students safely to and from school.
• Ensure timely pickups and drop-offs during school hours.

Skills

Driving Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Education

No formal education required

Job description

Join to apply for the School Bus Driver role at First Student

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 Substitute School Bus Drivers on Vashon, WA!

As a First Student Substitute 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 5 hours per school day, with no working nights or weekends unless you want to
• Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

School Bus Driver benefits:

• $31.62-$37.33/hour starting wage, depending on experience
• Annual wage increases
• 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

Candidate preferences for our bus driver roles include:

• No college degree or high school diploma required
• Military experience
• Returning to the workforce or seeking a second job
• Retirees
• Individuals looking to start a new career

You might be a good fit if you:

• Are looking for part-time work
• Enjoy working with students
• Are at least 21 years old
• Have had a valid driver’s license for at least 5 years

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 prohibits the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Conditions apply; see locations for details.

In Washington state, all technician and driving positions are considered safety-sensitive and are subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to a drug-free workplace and fair chance hiring policies.