School Bus Driver

First Student•Highland, IL

12d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers for Highland, IL Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 As a First Student Part Time School Bus Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students’ day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home. No experience as a bus driver is required! We’re proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed. Your day will include: A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between A guaranteed shift of hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want to Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

Requirements

No experience necessary! We train!
Are at least 21 years old
Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
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.

Nice To Haves

Do not have a college degree or high school diploma
Have military experience
Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job
Are retirees
Are looking to jump start a new career
Are looking for a part-time schedule
Enjoy working with students

Responsibilities

Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they start and end their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.
Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure
Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities
Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion
Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence

Benefits

$21.63 - $25.00/HR starting wage; depending on experience
$2,000 Sign-on Bonus
$500 Referral Bonus
Commercial Learners Permit Bonus $750.00 Bonus – if the CLP is 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.
Paid CDL training
Paid holidays
Additional hours available – charter route opportunities!
Child ride along program
Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits plus 401K Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)
No nights or weekends