School Bus Driver

About First Student

First Student is an industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence. For over 100 years, we have provided student transportation services to schools across North America. As part of FirstGroup America, the largest provider of safe, reliable, and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in the region, we operate more than one-third of all contracted school buses in North America.

Our fleet of 50,000 buses travels nearly 600 million miles annually. We operate in approximately 550 locations across 38 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces, trusted by over 1,400 school districts. We were the first school bus company to utilize GPS technology and have pioneered safety innovations like Safety Crossing Gates and the Child Check-Mate™ electronic reminder system to ensure no child is ever left behind.

The Mission

Our culture is built on respect, reliability, responsibility, and safety. We are a family of over 55,000 dedicated professionals who understand that our work makes a big impact on the daily lives of students, parents, and local communities. We are committed to being an Employer of Choice, fostering a learning environment where we share insights to enhance our service, and encouraging open dialogue to develop new ways to meet the needs of our customers.

About the Role

As a Part-Time School Bus Driver in Lincoln City, OR, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students' days with morning pickups and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. This role is perfect for retirees, stay-at-home parents, veterans, or anyone seeking a second career with a flexible schedule.

No prior experience is necessary to become a school bus driver. We provide expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional driver, including paid CDL training. You will be a trusted figure for students and families, maintaining order on the bus, supervising boarding and unloading, and ensuring a clean and sanitary environment. Your day will involve conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections and communicating with parents and school staff.

Hiring Process

To join our team, simply apply for the Part-Time School Bus Driver position. We offer paid Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training for those without experience. Once hired, you will undergo our expert training program to ensure you are ready to serve our community safely.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

First Student is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a drug-free workplace and consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable fair chance laws.

Safety is at the core of our operations. This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive employee. We are proud to have a safety record twice as safe as the industry average and continually seek opportunities to enhance our operational and safety initiatives.