School Bus Driver

Nilesschools; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in student transportation is seeking dedicated School Bus Drivers to join their team. With a starting wage of $28.75/hr for Big Bus Drivers and a generous $3000 sign-on bonus, this role offers a fulfilling opportunity to ensure the safety of students while enjoying the support of advanced technology. No prior experience is necessary as paid CDL training is provided. Join a family of over 60,000 employees committed to excellence in transportation and make a difference in the community every day.

Benefits

Paid CDL Training

Child Ride Along Program

Referral Bonuses Available

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driver's license for 3 years.
• Subject to drug screening and physical examinations.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Conduct pre and post trip vehicle inspections.
• Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus.

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.

School Bus Driver in Washington, PA proudly serving McGuffey School District.

Why join as a School Bus Driver? For many reasons

• $28.75/hr. starting wage for Big Bus Drivers
• $26.75/hr. starting wage for Small Bus Drivers
• $22.74/hr. starting wage for Van Drivers
• $3000 Sign-On Bonus*
• Referral Bonuses Available*
• No experience necessary! We train!
• Paid CDL training
• 20 Hours a week minimum
• Child ride along program

About the Position

• Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely
• Drivers enjoy the support of our industry leading technology to guide them through their daily routes
• Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections
• Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus

Qualifications

• Good verbal communication skills
• At least 21 years old
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Be subject to a drug screen and physical
• Subject to DOT drug testing. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

*Conditions apply, see location for details. Bonus expires 12/31/2025

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.