School Bus Driver
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
location_onJefferson Post Office, North 2nd Street, Jefferson, Marion County, Oregon, 97352, United States
About the Team
First Student is an industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence, having provided student transportation services to schools for over 100 years. As part of FirstGroup America, the largest provider of safe, reliable, and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in North America, we operate more than one-third of all contracted school buses in the region. Our fleet of 50,000 buses travels nearly 600 million miles annually, serving over 1,400 school districts across 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 and the Child Check-Mate™ electronic reminder system on all our buses. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the National Safety Council's Green Cross for Safety Medal, the highest award for safety in North America, and the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award two years in a row.
Our culture fosters growth and promotes respect, reliability, responsibility, and safety. We recruit people who share these values to build strong, trusting partnerships in the communities we serve. With over 55,000 dedicated professionals, we are the #1 reason we are trusted by our partners, creating a positive school bus experience for millions of students every day.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Jefferson Post Office, North 2nd Street, Jefferson, Marion County, Oregon, 97352, United States
Jefferson, Oregon
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
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, customer service associate, or retail associate.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage optionscheck_circle401(k) Retirement Plan with company matchcheck_circleCommercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training providedcheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) for counseling and support servicescheck_circleEmployee Discount Program with discounts on various products and servicescheck_circleChild Ride-Along Program for working parents
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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
A School Bus Driver at First Student is responsible for the following: 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
To qualify for the School Bus Driver at First Student position, applicants should have: 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 Jefferson Post Office, North 2nd Street, Jefferson, Marion County, Oregon, 97352, 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 mid 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.