School Van Driver

First Student • St. Helens, OR

1d • $26 - $30

About The Position

First Student is hiring a part-time School Van Driver in St. Helens, Oregon. Drivers pick up students in the morning and transport them home in the afternoon, with possible additional hours for field trips and special events. The role includes safely transporting students to and from school and activities, supervising boarding and unloading, helping students use seatbelts and mobility aids, and maintaining order on the vehicle. Drivers also perform vehicle inspections, report mechanical issues, keep the vehicle clean and sanitary, follow traffic laws and company safety standards, and communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.

No driving experience is necessary; First Student provides training and guidance. The schedule is part-time and flexible, with split morning and afternoon shifts, a five-hour daily guarantee, and summers off. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to DOT drug testing. The role requires English proficiency for training, safety communications, company 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.
• Be proficient in English for required training and job-related communications.
• Undergo DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee.

Nice To Haves

• Experience driving for ride-share companies or taxi services.
• Previous experience as a teacher, 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 boarding and unloading at stops and assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
• Maintain order on the vehicle to prevent distractions.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, including checking brakes, lights, tires, and emergency exits.
• Promptly report mechanical issues 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.
• Five-hour daily guarantee.
• Flexible part-time schedule with split morning and afternoon shifts.
• 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.
• 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