School Bus Driver

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000 employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000 employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer. 

Driver Position: School Bus Driver Location: Chattanooga, TN (Serving Hamilton County School District)

Are you looking for a rewarding role that makes a difference in our community? Join our team as a School Bus Driver, proudly serving the Hamilton County School District. With three convenient locations across the Hamilton County area, we’re committed to safely transporting students and supporting our dedicated drivers.

Why Drive with Us?

• Competitive Pay: Enjoy a competitive rate that values your skills and dedication.
• Family-Friendly Perks: We offer a unique "child ride-along" benefit for our employees, so you can bring your child along on your route!
• Comprehensive Support: With extensive training, a supportive team, and reliable routes, we ensure you have everything you need to succeed.

This is more than a driving job – it’s a chance to make a positive impact in the lives of Hamilton County students. Join us and drive your community forward!

• $22.71/HR starting wage; depending on experience
• No experience necessary! We train!
• Hours guarantee
• Paid holidays
• Additional hours available – charter route opportunities!
• Child ride along program
• No nights or weekends
About the School Bus Driver Position
• Join our team of professional drivers dedicated to getting students to and from school safely
• Drivers enjoy the support of our industry leading technology to guide them through their daily routes
• Prioritize vehicle maintenance by conducting pre and post trip vehicle inspections
• Provide support to students by assisting with boarding and exiting the bus
School Bus Driver Qualifications
• Good verbal communication skills
• Drivers must be 25 years old

• Valid driver’s license for at least 5 years
• Be subject to a drug screen and physical

For our bus Driver roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

• Do not have a college degree or high school diploma
• Have military experience
• Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job
• Are retirees  
• Are looking to jump start a new career

You might be a good fit if you: 

• Are looking for a part-time schedule
• Enjoy working with students

• Drivers must be 25 years old 

• Valid driver’s license for at least 5 years

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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