School Van Driver

Job Type

Part Time

Posted Date

2026-06-09

About the Role

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 trip 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 vehicle to prevent distractions. - Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits). - Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the vehicle 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. - Valid driver's license for at least 3 years. - Part-time schedule and summers off. - Enjoy working with students.

Benefits

- $19.11 per hour after training completion; $15.00 per hour while training. - Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options. - 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match. - Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes). - 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. - Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents. - Safety or Attendance bonuses.

Pay

$19.11 per hour after training completion; $15.00 per hour while training.

Schedule

Split shifts (AM/PM routes).

Qualifications

No experience is necessary to become a 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.

Skills

History driving with ride share companies or taxi services. Previous experience as a teacher, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

Benefits

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. Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents. Safety or Attendance bonuses.

Conditions

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.

First Student

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are 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.