School Bus Driver

Now Hiring   Part   Time   School Bus Drivers   -  Fairfield, CT   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’ day s   with   morning   pickup   before school   and   transport them safely back home in the afternoon.   Additional   hours for   field trip s   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.     School Bus Driver benefits:     • $29   per hour after training completion;   $16.94   per hour   while   training.   • Top rate after 1 year of service is $37/hr* • Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided!    • Medical, Dental, Vision , & Life   i nsurance   or coverage options   • 401(k) Retirement Plan   w ith company match.   • Part-time, flexible schedule :   Split shifts (AM/PM   routes ), weekdays only;   N o 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.   Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:      • 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.         School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For:     • 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           You might be a good fit as a School Bus Driver if you:       • 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        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 .       Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:     • 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 .          Take the wheel and drive your career forward  with First Student! Make an impact   in   your community while enjoying flexible schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.     Conditions apply, see location for details* First for a reason: At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request [link in the portal] .