School Bus Driver- Edwardsville, IL

Overview

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Edwardsville, IL

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available. No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver.

We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

Note: This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

• Pay Details:
  Dependent on experience and qualifications
• Hourly Rate: $22.25-$27.00 per hour
• Training Hourly Rate: $15.00 per hour
• Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Part-time, flexible schedule:
  Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only;
  No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required
• Career Advancement Opportunities:
  Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues
• Community Impact:
  Be a trusted figure for students and families
• Employee Discount Program:
  Discounts on various products and services
• Guaranteed Minimum
  
  Hours:
  
  Get paid for 4 hours per day at minimum
• Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus
• $750.00 Bonus if the CLP is presented within 7 days of completing the Virtual CLP class
• $250.00 Bonus if the CLP is presented within 14 days of completing the Virtual CLP class
• Bonus offer expires 5/31/2026

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids
• Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits)
• Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary
• Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards
• Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays
• Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job
• People who enjoy working with children

• Are at least 21 years old
• Have a valid driver's license for at least 3 years
• Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off
• Enjoy working with students

• Valid Class B License
• History driving with ride share companies or taxi services
• Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate

First Student is a family of brands including Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II, with 60,000+ employees focused on safety and training. First is committed to providing a drug-free workplace and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. The company also adheres to fair chance laws where applicable.

Philadelphia Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards may apply where required by law.