School Bus Driver

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Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Guaranteed Minimum Hours

Resumo da oferta

First Student is seeking part-time School Bus Drivers in Wheeling, IL, offering a competitive pay rate of $28.50 per hour and a $1,500 sign-on bonus. This role involves transporting students safely to school and activities, with flexible weekday hours and no nights or weekends.

No experience is needed as training is provided for obtaining the necessary licenses. Enjoy benefits including medical coverage and career advancement opportunities within a supportive community-focused environment.

Qualificações

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
• No experience required; training provided.

Responsabilidades

• Safely transport students to and from school.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with parents and school staff.

Conhecimentos

Valid Class B License

History driving with ride share companies

Customer service or retail experience

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Wheeling, IL

Sign‑On Bonus: $1,500

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

School Bus Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $28.50 per hour
• Training Rate: $15
• Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
• Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
• Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
• Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
• Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum.
• Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus:
• $750.00 Bonus - if the CLP is completed presented within 7 days of completing the Virtual CLP class.
• 250.00 Bonus - if the CLP is presented within 14 days of completing the Virtual CLP class.

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• People who enjoy working with children

You might be a good fit as a School Bus Driver if you:

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

Note: 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.

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

• Valid Class B License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

*Sign‑on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective until 2/28/26

***Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective until 2/28/26

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 available upon request.