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School bus driver

First Student Shared Services
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/28/2025

First for a reason

First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation.

We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

Why join as a School Bus Driver? For many reasons

  • $21.00 / HR starting wage; depending on experience
  • $1,500 sign on bonus*
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)
  • AM Shift is from 5 : 30 to 9 : 00 am. PM Shift is from 2 : 00 to 5 : 00 pm. Varies depending on route.
  • No experience necessary! We train!
  • Paid CDL training
  • 4 Hour guarantee. Additional hours available charter route opportunities!
  • No nights or weekends

About the School Bus Driver Position

  • 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
  • At least 21 years old
  • Valid driver’s license for at least 3 years
  • Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
  • Conditions apply. See location for details. Bonus offer ends 12 / 31 / 24
  • Last updated : 2024-07-27

Salary : $21

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