School Bus Driver

First Student • Jefferson, OR

4d • $25 - $29

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Bus Driver in Gates, Oregon. The driver transports students to and from school and activities, beginning with morning pickups and continuing with afternoon trips home. Additional hours may be available for field trips and special events. No prior experience is necessary; the company provides training and guidance, including Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training.

The schedule guarantees three hours per school day—1.5 hours in the morning and 1.5 hours in the afternoon—four days per week. The posting describes the schedule as daytime work with summers off and says nights and weekends are not required unless the employee wants to work them. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications. It is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have held a valid driver’s license for at least three years.
• Be proficient in English for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.
• Comply with DOT drug-testing requirements for this safety-sensitive position; the posting notes that DOT regulations do not authorize Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Nice To Haves

• Valid Class B license.
• Driving history with rideshare companies or taxi services.
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.
• Enjoy working with students.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise students boarding and unloading at stops, including assisting with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
• 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 parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided.
• Guaranteed three-hour shift per school day, four days per week.
• Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling and support services.
• Employee discount program.
• Child Ride-Along Program.
• Early wage access, loyalty rewards, recognition programs, growth opportunities, and appreciation events.

What This Job Offers

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