School Bus Driver

First Student•Maywood, IL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Bus Driver in Maywood, Illinois. The driver transports students safely to and from school and activities, typically through morning pickup and afternoon drop-off routes. Additional hours for field trips and special events may be available. The role offers a flexible weekday split-shift schedule, with summers, nights, weekends, and holidays not required. A minimum of four paid hours per day is guaranteed. No prior experience or CDL is required to apply. First Student provides training and guidance to help qualified candidates obtain the licenses and endorsements required for the role. After training, candidates must meet the applicable CDL, endorsement, physical, testing, and screening requirements. The position is safety-sensitive and subject to DOT drug testing. English proficiency is required for training, safety communications, policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have held a valid driver's license for at least three years.
Demonstrate English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.
After training, meet requirements for a Class A or Class B CDL, Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements, and Air Brake qualification with no restrictions.
Meet DOT physical requirements and Drug & Alcohol Program requirements.
Pass background screening.
Comply with DOT drug testing requirements for this safety-sensitive position.

Nice To Haves

Valid Class B license.
Previous driving experience 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, assisting with seatbelts and mobility aids as needed.
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.
Follow 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

$2,000 sign-on bonus; conditions apply.
Hourly rate of $23.50; training rate of $17.00. Pay depends on experience and qualifications.
Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License training provided.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Part-time flexible schedule with weekday AM/PM split shifts; nights, weekends, holidays, and summers are not required.
Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services.
Employee discount program.
Guaranteed minimum pay for four hours per day.
Child Ride-Along Program.
Commercial Learner’s Permit bonus: $750 if obtained within 7 days or $250 if obtained within 14 days; conditions apply.