School Bus Driver - Area A

First Student; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL training provided

Dental & Vision benefits

401(k) retirement plans

$500 bonus if permit obtained within 7

$200 bonus if permit completed within

Job summary

First Student Inc. in Mt. Pleasant/Awendaw, SC is hiring a part-time School Bus Driver. No prior experience is required as we provide paid CDL training and support to help you succeed.

You will handle a split shift with early morning pickup and afternoon drop-off, guaranteed 6 hours per day, and opportunities for extra hours on trips. Benefits include dental and vision, plus a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
• DOT drug testing applies to safety-sensitive roles.

Responsibilities

• A split shift with early morning before-school pickup and after-school drop-off.
• Guaranteed 6-hour shift per school day.
• Additional hours from trips and charters when available.
• No experience required; CDL training provided.

Skills

Valid driver's license

English proficiency

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers for Mt. Pleasant and Awendaw, SC

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 6 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:

• $22.75 - $33.08 an hour starting wage, based on school bus driver experience.
• Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans
• No experience necessary. We offer paid CDL training!
• $500 Bonus if Commericial Learner's Permit is recieved with 7 days of completing State Class.
• $200 Bonus if Commercial Learner’s Permit is completed within 14 days of completing State Class.*
• Child-Ride-Along Program – a perfect opportunity for working parents

For our School 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 location for details. Must complete and pass all pre-employment compliance items. Expires 09/30/2026

Join First Student and get more than a paycheck. We offer perks and incentives designed to support you on and off the job, from early wage access and loyalty rewards to employee discounts, recognition programs, growth opportunities, and appreciation events. If you’re ready to be part of a team that Fosters Teamwork and makes a real difference every day, First Student is the place to be.

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 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.

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.

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