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School Bus Driver
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What they do
A Bus Driver drives buses and transport passengers along a designated route. Works for a city public transit system, regional bus company, or school district.
$45,447 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
School Bus Driver First Student
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Full Job Description Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers Sign-On Bonus:
$2,000- As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students.
School Bus Driver benefits:
Pay Details:
Dependent on experience and qualifications.Hourly Rate :
$25.50 per hour.Training Hourly Rate:
$17.50 per hour. Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided! Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus- $750 CLP Bonus if obtained within 7 days; $250 CLP Bonus if obtained within 14 days Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options.
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 XX hours per day at minimum.Child Ride-Along Program:
Perfect for working parents. Safety or Attendance bonuses.- Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus.
- Your day as a School Bus Driver will include: Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
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. Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective xx/xx/xx- yy/yy/yy.
- Safety and/or Attendance bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective xx/xx/xx
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- Commercial Learner's Permit Bonus conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer is effective xx/xx/xx
- yy/yy/yy.