Paratransit Driver

First Student • Madison, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring part-time and full-time Paratransit Drivers in Madison, Wisconsin. Drivers safely transport community members to appointments, errands, and other destinations, and help passengers board and exit vehicles, including assisting with mobility aids. No prior experience is necessary; expert guidance and professional driver training are provided. Training includes Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preparation, as well as instruction and qualifications for driving 15-passenger buses.

The listed hourly rate is $21.00, with a training rate of $15.00 per hour. Pay is dependent on experience and qualifications. The position offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications, as required by applicable laws and U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

Requirements

• English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.
• No prior experience is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport community members to and from appointments, errands, and other destinations.
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops and assist passengers entering the vehicle and using mobility aids.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of brakes, lights, tires, and emergency exits.
• Promptly report mechanical issues and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Obey traffic laws and company safety standards.
• Communicate with passengers, staff, and dispatch about behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Benefits

• $1,000 sign-on bonus.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Career advancement opportunities in operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling and support services.
• Employee discounts on various products and services.
• Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided.
• Professional driver training, including instruction and qualifications on 15-passenger buses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed