School Bus Driver
First Student · Somers, CT · 4 wk ago
On-siteManagement$22.07–$31/hrInternship
Pay
Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hourly Rate: $22.07 - $31.00 per hour after training completion
Training Hourly Rate: $16.94 per hour
Benefits
- 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
- Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services
- Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum
- Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents
- Safety or Attendance bonuses
- Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Owe 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.
Requirements
- At least 21 years old
- A valid driver's license for at least 3 years
- Looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
- Enjoy working with students
Qualifications
- 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.
Skills
- 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.
Benefits
- 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
- Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services
- Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum
- Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents
- Safety or Attendance bonuses
- Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus
Location
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.