School Bus Driver
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
location_on87, Massachusetts Avenue, Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island, 02905, United States
About the Team
First Student is an industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence. As part of FirstGroup America, the largest provider of safe, reliable, and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in North America, we have provided student transportation services to schools for over 100 years. Together, our 50,000 school buses travel nearly 600 million miles per year across 38 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces.
We were the first school bus company to utilize global positioning systems (GPS) and have installed Safety Crossing Gates and the Child Check-Mate™ electronic reminder system to ensure no child is ever left behind. Our commitment to safety has earned us the National Safety Council's Green Cross for Safety Medal, the highest award for safety in North America, and we maintain a safety record twice as safe as the industry average.
Our culture fosters growth and promotes respect, reliability, responsibility, and safety. We are an elite team of over 55,000 dedicated, caring, and diverse professionals who are the #1 reason we are trusted by over 1,400 school districts.
Work location
Work model: On-site
87, Massachusetts Avenue, Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island, 02905, United States
Providence, Rhode Island
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleSafely transport students to and from school and activities
- check_circleSupervise student boarding and unloading at stops
- check_circleAssist students with seatbelts and mobility aids
- check_circleMaintain order on the bus to prevent distractions
- check_circleConduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- check_circleReport mechanical issues promptly to maintenance
- check_circleObey all traffic laws and company safety standards
- check_circleCommunicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch regarding delays or behavior
- check_circleKeep the bus clean and sanitary at all times
Requirements
- verifiedValid driver's license for at least 3 years
- verifiedAt least 21 years old
- verifiedCommercial Learner's Permit (CLP) or Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- verifiedValid Class B License
- verifiedPass DOT drug testing
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, customer service associate, 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 servicesGuaranteed Minimum Hours: Paid for 4.5 hours per day minimum
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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
Day-to-day, the School Bus Driver at First Student will safely transport students to and from school and activities; supervise student boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids; and maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
What are the requirements for this School Bus Driver role?expand_more
First Student is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Valid driver's license for at least 3 years; At least 21 years old; Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) or Commercial Driver's License (CDL); Valid Class B License; and Pass DOT drug testing.
Where is the School Bus Driver role at First Student located?expand_more
School Bus Driver at First Student is based in 87, Massachusetts Avenue, Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island, 02905, 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; 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.