School Van Driver

First Student; Middle Island (NY); Presencial; USD 35.000 - 38.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, vision, & life

401(k) with company match

Training provided

Guaranteed minimum hours

Descripción de la vacante

First Student in Middle Island, NY is seeking part-time School Van Drivers to start students’ days with morning pickup and return them home in the afternoon. You may join for field trips and events; no experience is required as we provide training to ensure you become a safe and professional driver.

We offer a sign-on bonus and competitive hourly pay with benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, across 540 locations in the U.S.

Formación

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Part-time schedule with summers off.
• Strong safety and customer service mindset.

Responsabilidades

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding/unloading; assist with seatbelts.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with parents and school staff about delays.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety standards.

Conocimientos

Class B License

Ride-share experience

Customer service

Safety mindset

Descripción del empleo

Now Hiring Part Time School Van Drivers - Middle Island, NY Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 for experienced credential drivers; 3,000 for new drivers* As a Part Time School Van 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 van driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school van driver.

School Van Driver benefits:

• Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $25.67 - $27.32/HR
• Training Rate: $17
• 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, Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, or holidays 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 22.5 hours per day at minimum.
• Safety / Attendance bonuses**

Your day as a School Van 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 Van 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 Van 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 Van 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.

*Sign-on bonus conditions apply and expires 12/31/26. See location for details.

**Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply and expires 12/31/26. 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 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