School Bus Driver
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
location_onMarathon, 131, East Pioneer Drive, Valdez, Unorganized Borough, 99686, United States
About the Team
First Student is an industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence. We have provided student transportation services to schools for over 100 years and are proud to be part of FirstGroup America, the largest provider of safe, reliable, and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in North America. Together, our 50,000 school buses travel nearly 600 million miles per year, operating in around 550 locations throughout 38 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces.
We were the first school bus company to utilize global positioning systems (GPS) and are passionate about safety, having installed Safety Crossing Gates on the front of all our buses and using the Child Check-Mate™ electronic reminder system to ensure no children are left behind. Our team of over 55,000 dedicated, caring, and diverse professionals is the #1 reason we are trusted by over 1,400 school districts.
Our culture fosters growth and promotes respect, reliability, responsibility, and safety. We live and breathe our vision, recruiting people who share these values to build strong and trusting partnerships in the communities we serve.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Marathon, 131, East Pioneer Drive, Valdez, Unorganized Borough, 99686, United States
Valdez
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSafely transport students to and from school and activities
- check_circleSupervise boarding and unloading at stops and assist with seatbelts
- check_circleMaintain order on the bus to prevent distractions
- check_circleConduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- check_circleReport mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean
- check_circleObey all traffic laws and company safety standards
- check_circleCommunicate with parents, staff, and dispatch regarding delays or behavior
Requirements
- verifiedAt least 21 years old
- verifiedValid driver's license for at least 3 years
- verifiedValid Class B License
- verifiedCommercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided
Nice to Have
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.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage optionscheck_circle401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchcheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and supportcheck_circleEmployee Discount Program on various products and servicescheck_circleChild Ride-Along Program for working parentscheck_circleCommercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training providedcheck_circlePart-time, flexible schedule with split shifts and no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers
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Frequently asked questions about School Bus Driver at First Student
What does a School Bus Driver at First Student do?expand_more
In this School Bus Driver at First Student role, you will safely transport students to and from school and activities; supervise boarding and unloading at stops and assist with seatbelts; maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions; and conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
What are the requirements for this School Bus Driver role?expand_more
First Student is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: At least 21 years old; Valid driver's license for at least 3 years; Valid Class B License; and Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided.
Where is the School Bus Driver role at First Student located?expand_more
School Bus Driver at First Student is based in Marathon, 131, East Pioneer Drive, Valdez, Unorganized Borough, 99686, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this School Bus Driver job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
First Student has listed this School Bus Driver role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this School Bus Driver role?expand_more
Candidates for School Bus Driver at First Student should have entry level.
What skills do you need for the School Bus Driver role at First Student?expand_more
Key skills for School Bus Driver at First Student include CDL; Commercial Learner's Permit; Class B License; and GPS.
What category does the School Bus Driver role belong to?expand_more
School Bus Driver at First Student is part of the travel job category on Recrutus.