What You'll Do
As a School Bus Driver, you'll safely transport students while creating a positive experience for families and the community.
Responsibilities include
Safely transport students to and from school and school-sponsored activities
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Maintain a safe and orderly environment on the bus
Assist students during boarding and exiting, including those requiring additional support
Follow all traffic laws and company safety standards
Communicate professionally with parents, school staff, and dispatch
Report maintenance concerns promptly and maintain vehicle cleanliness
This Position Is Perfect For
Retirees looking for supplemental income
Stay-at-home parents returning to the workforce
Empty nesters seeking meaningful part-time work
Veterans transitioning into civilian careers
Teachers, teaching assistants, coaches, and school support staff
Customer service, hospitality, healthcare, and retail professionals
Anyone looking for a rewarding second career with flexible weekday hours
What We're Looking For
At least 21 years of age
Valid driver's license held for **at least three years**
Strong commitment to safety and customer service
Enjoy working with children and being part of the community
No previous CDL or bus driving experience required—we provide all necessary training
Why You'll Love Working Here
Driving a school bus is more than transportation—it's about building relationships, creating positive daily experiences for students, and making a meaningful contribution to your community. You'll enjoy a predictable schedule, competitive pay, paid training, and the satisfaction of knowing your work matters every single day.
Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and service while helping support one of Central New York's most respected school districts.
Apply today and start a rewarding career with First Student!
This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not permit the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.
Sign-on bonus conditions apply. See location for complete details. Offer expires 12/31/26.
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.
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.
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.
