School Bus Driver

First Student•Haverstraw, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Part Time School Bus 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 trips and special event transportation may be available. First Student is 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. Their family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation, creating and implementing the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. The company's mission is to provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, ensuring students start and end their day with an exceptional experience, ready to achieve their full potential. Their focus is on safety, care for students, surpassing customer expectations, fostering teamwork, and setting the highest standards through innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence, and operational excellence.

Requirements

Commercial Drivers License Required
Are at least 21 years old
Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
Enjoy working with students
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.
In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

Nice To Haves

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

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 bus to prevent distractions.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus 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.

Benefits

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hourly Rate: $23.50 - $30.00 per hour
Training Hourly Rate: $23.50 per hour
Commercial Drivers License Required
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
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.