FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC · HAMDEN, CT

School Bus Driver at FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC — HAMDEN, CT

Full-timeHAMDEN, CT$24.3–$24.3/hourPosted 2026-07-30Apply on Workday

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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Drivers - Hamden, CT.

"Limited-Time $3,000 Sign-On Bonus** 07/30-08/07**"

School Bus Driver benefits:

  • Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
  • Hourly Rate: $24.30 per hour wage, based on years of service per hour after training completion$275 a year towards a gym membership*

$15.00 attendance weekly bonus for maintaining good attendance.

  • Training Hourly Rate: $16.94 per hour while training.
  • Commercial Learner’s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) training provided!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
  • Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.
  • 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 4 hours per day at minimum.
  • Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.
  • Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
  • Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.
  • Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).
  • Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
  • Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.
  • Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.
  • Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Bus Driver Jobs are 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
  • 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.

  • 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.

Conditions apply. The $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for a limited time. Applicants must apply between July 30, 2026, and August 7, 2026, and meet all bonus eligibility requirements. Additional terms and conditions may apply.

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