School Bus Driver - 803 Walden Ave.

FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Part-time flexibility

Career advancement opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Bonuses

Job summary

First Student Buffalo is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers to start each school day with morning pickup and return students safely home after classes. Training is provided, and there is a sign-on bonus based on experience.

The role supports field trips and special events with additional hours available, offering a flexible weekday schedule and pathways into leadership within a large national network. Ideal candidates may have a Class B license or are willing to obtain one; while experience is

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Part-time schedule with summers off is available.
• No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver; training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading; assist with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus and ensure safety throughout routes.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report mechanical issues.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Tools

Class B License / CDL

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Buffalo, NY Sign-On Bonus: $7,500 - $10,000 based on experience

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: $27.49 – $30.87 per hour.
• Training Hourly Rate: $16.00 per hour.
• 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.
• Safety or Attendance bonuses.
• Commercial Learner’s Permit Bonus.

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.

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 06/01/26 - 08/31/26. Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Commercial Learner’s Permit Bonus conditions apply. See location for details.

Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

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.

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.

MISSION

Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.

FOCUS ON SAFETY

Safety is at the heart of everything we do

CARE FOR OUR STUDENTS

Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure

SURPASS CUSTOMER EXPECTATIONS

Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities

FOSTER TEAMWORK

Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion

SET THE HIGHEST STANDARDS

Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence