School Bus Driver

First Student•Soldotna, AK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers in Soldotna, Alaska. Drivers pick students up in the morning, transport them to school, and return them home in the afternoon. Additional hours may be available for field trips and special events. No prior experience or CDL is required to apply; training and guidance are provided to help qualified candidates earn the required licenses and endorsements. The role requires English proficiency and is subject to DOT drug testing and other safety-related requirements. Drivers are paid $24.50 per hour, dependent on experience and qualifications, with a guaranteed minimum of four paid hours per day. The schedule consists of flexible weekday split shifts for morning and afternoon routes, with no required nights, weekends, holidays, or summers. Benefits and programs include insurance coverage options, a company-matched 401(k), employee assistance, discounts, a child ride-along program, and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Be at least 21 years old.
Have held a valid driver’s license for at least five years.
Demonstrate English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications.
Successfully meet post-training requirements, including obtaining a Class A or Class B CDL with Passenger (P) and School Bus (S) endorsements and an Air Brake Qualification with no restrictions.
Meet DOT physical requirements and Drug & Alcohol Program requirements.
Pass background screening.
Comply with DOT drug-testing requirements; the posting states that DOT regulations do not authorize Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Nice To Haves

A valid Class B license.
Driving experience with rideshare companies or taxi services.
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 students boarding and unloading at stops, and assist 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.
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

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance or coverage options.
401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License training provided.
Flexible part-time weekday split-shift schedule.
Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and support services.
Employee discounts on various products and services.
Guaranteed minimum pay for four hours per day.
Child ride-along program.
Early wage access, loyalty rewards, recognition programs, growth opportunities, and appreciation events.