First Student
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Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency.
School Bus Driver Jobs | Oak Ridge Schools | Paid CDL Training | Oak Ridge & Knoxville, TN
Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers for Oak Ridge Schools
School Bus Driver Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN - Serving Oak Ridge Schools and Recruiting Throughout the Knoxville Metro Area, Including Farragut, Hardin Valley, Karns, Powell, Concord, and West Knoxville.
Looking for a rewarding part-time job with paid training, a flexible schedule, and a chance to make a difference in your community? First Student is hiring School Bus Drivers serving Oak Ridge Schools in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Our location at 100 Woodbury Lane, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 welcomes applicants from throughout the Knoxville metro area, including Oak Ridge, Farragut, Hardin Valley, Karns, Powell, West Knoxville, Concord, Cedar Bluff, and surrounding communities.
No experience driving a school bus? No problem. We provide paid CDL training and support you every step of the way as you begin a career transporting students safely to and from school.
Starting wage: $23.38 per hour
Paid training at $18.00 per hour once your CLP is obtained
Guaranteed 4 hours per school day for drivers who work both morning and afternoon routes
Commerical Learner's Permit Bonus Incentive**: $500 Bonus for candidates who present a CLP within 7 calendar days of completing Virtual CLP training or within 7 calendar days of the offer letter date if they do not participate in Virtual CLP training or $200 Bonus for candidates who present a CLP within 14 calendar days of completing Virtual CLP training or within 14 calendar days of the offer letter date if they do not participate in Virtual CLP training.
Additional earning opportunities through field trips, athletic events, and charter work
Flexible Schedule
Morning and afternoon routes with time off in the middle of the day
No nights or weekends required
Perfect for retirees, veterans, parents, caregivers, and individuals looking for supplemental income or a second career
Medical, dental, and vision benefits available
Child Ride-Along Program
Employee discount and perks programs
SALT Rewards Program
Access to Chime MyPay, allowing eligible employees to access earned wages before payday
Paid CDL training and ongoing professional development
As a School Bus Driver serving Oak Ridge Schools, you'll help students start and end their day safely.
Morning school routes
Afternoon school routes
A guaranteed minimum of 4 hours per school day when working both AM and PM routes
Opportunities for additional work through extracurricular trips and charters
Who Should Apply?
First Student welcomes applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds, including:
Military veterans
Retirees
Stay-at-home parents returning to the workforce
Career changers
Individuals seeking a second source of income
Candidates without a college degree
Customer service, delivery, transportation, hospitality, warehouse, retail, and manufacturing professionals looking for a new opportunity
No previous school bus driving experience is required. We provide the training you need to succeed.
Are at least 25 years old
Have held a valid driver's license for 5 or more years
Enjoy working with students and serving your community
Are looking for a reliable part-time position with flexible hours
Want paid CDL training and a pathway to a new career
Drive with First Student and become an important part of the Oak Ridge Schools community while enjoying competitive pay, paid CDL training, and the flexibility to fit work into your life.
This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Join First Student and get more than a paycheck. We offer perks and incentives designed to support you on and off the job, from early wage access and loyalty rewards to employee discounts, recognition programs, growth opportunities, and appreciation events. If you’re ready to be part of a team that Fosters Teamwork and makes a real difference every day, First Student is the place to be.
CLP Bonus expires 10.30.2026
Bonus Eligibility: Complete all onboarding requirements, including the background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and new hire training. Bonus will be paid on the first payroll following successful completion of training.
Language Requirement
This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.
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.
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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