School Bus Driver - Part-time

First Student • Jackson, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join First Student as a School Bus Driver in Jackson, MS, and play a vital role in providing safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for the community. This position offers the chance to make a positive impact by ensuring students get to and from school safely while being part of a supportive and dynamic team. First Student is a family of 60,000+ employees who safely transport over 5 million students daily and are at the forefront of industry innovation. As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will be essential to your community and the lives of the students you transport, providing before-school pickup and after-school drop-off. Comprehensive training is provided, even for those without prior bus driving experience, utilizing industry-leading technology.

Requirements

• At least 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• English proficiency.
• Subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee.
• Must not use Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• No prior bus driving experience necessary; paid CDL training is provided.
• No college degree or high school diploma required.
• Military experience.
• Returning to the workforce or looking for a second job.
• Retirees.
• Looking to jump start a new career.
• Looking for a part-time schedule.
• Enjoy working with students.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, reliable, and efficient transportation for students.
• Ensure students get to and from school safely.
• Perform before-school pickup and after-school drop-off.
• Operate a school bus with a split shift schedule.
• Potentially drive on trips and charters when offered for additional hours.

Benefits

• $25.50 per hour starting wage, based on school bus driver experience.
• $200 CLP completion bonus.
• Paid CDL training.
• Guaranteed 6-hour shift per school day.
• No night or weekend work (unless chosen).
• Opportunities for additional hours through trips and charters when offered.

What This Job Offers

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