School Van Driver

First Student • McMinnville, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Van Driver in McMinnville, Oregon, to transport students safely to and from school and activities. Drivers pick up students in the morning and take them home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special events may be available. The role offers a flexible split-shift schedule, with mornings and afternoons during the school year and summers off. A minimum of four paid hours per day is guaranteed. No prior driving experience is necessary; training and guidance are provided.

This is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug testing. The job requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other work-related communications. First Student is a transportation company with more than 60,000 employees and a family of brands that includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years old.
• Have held a valid driver’s license for at least three years.
• Be proficient in English for job-related training, safety communications, policies, documents, and other communications.
• Undergo DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee; DOT regulations do not authorize Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy working with students.
• Previous driving experience with rideshare companies or taxi services.
• Experience as a teacher, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, customer service associate, 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 vehicle to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of brakes, lights, tires, and emergency exits.
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the vehicle 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.
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling and support services.
• Employee discount program.
• Guaranteed minimum pay for four hours per day.
• Flexible part-time schedule.
• Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations in the U.S. and Canada.
• 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