Jobs · Management · Illinois

School Bus Driver

First Student · Villa Park, IL · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagement$25–$30/hrInternship

About the role

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.

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.
  • 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.

Requirements

  • At least 21 years old.
  • A valid driver's license for at least 3 years.
  • Apart from summers, have a part-time schedule.

Benefits

  • Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
    Hourly Rate: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

  • Training Rate: $15.00
    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 5 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.

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