School Bus Driver Woolwich, ME

First Student•Augusta, ME

6d•Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Bus Driver in Woolwich, Maine. Drivers pick up students in the morning and transport them home in the afternoon, with additional hours potentially available for field trips and special events. No prior experience is necessary; training and guidance are provided, including training for a Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License. The role has a weekday split-shift schedule for morning and afternoon routes, with summers off and no required nights, weekends, or holidays. The position pays $27.83 per hour, with a training rate of $18.00 per hour, and guarantees a minimum of six paid hours per day. Candidates must be at least 21 years old, have held a valid driver’s license for at least three years, and be proficient in English. This safety-sensitive position is subject to DOT drug testing. Employees are subject to electronic monitoring using technologies such as Samsara, Zonar, and onboard cameras.

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.
Pass DOT drug testing as required for a safety-sensitive employee; 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.
Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, customer service associate, or retail associate.
Enjoy working with students.

Responsibilities

Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
Supervise students boarding and exiting 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, emergency exits, and other items.
Report mechanical issues promptly 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

$3,000 sign-on bonus; conditions apply.
Hourly rate of $27.83, dependent on experience and qualifications; training rate of $18.00.
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 split shifts; no nights, weekends, or holidays required, and summers off.
Career advancement opportunities in operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling and support services.
Employee discounts on various products and services.
Guaranteed minimum pay for six hours per day.
Eligible employees may participate in the Child Ride-Along Program after completing training, obtaining required qualifications, and being assigned a regular route; the child must be at least one year old.
Safety or attendance bonuses; conditions apply.