FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC · NEW FAIRFIELD, CT

School Bus Driver at FIRST STUDENT MANAGEMENT LLC — NEW FAIRFIELD, CT

Full-timeNEW FAIRFIELD, CT$27.11–$27.11/hourPosted 2026-07-13Apply on Workday
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Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers – New Fairfield, CT

As a Part-Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You'll start students' days with morning pickups before school and safely transport them home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may also be available.

No experience is necessary! First Student provides paid training, support, and guidance to help you become a safe and professional school bus driver.

### School Bus Driver Benefits

Pay Details

  • Hourly Rate: $27.11 per hour after training completion
  • Training Rate: $16.94 per hour
  • Commercial Learner's Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) training provided

Paid Time Off & Additional Benefits

  • 5 Earned Days (Paid)
  • 5 Floating Holidays (Paid)
  • 5 Company Holidays (Paid)
  • 5 Personal/Sick Days (Paid)
  • Accident-Free Safety Bonus Program
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with enhanced company contribution of $1.25 per hour worked (up to 40 hours per week)
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance options
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Guaranteed minimum of 4 paid hours per day
  • Child Ride-Along Program
  • Career advancement opportunities across more than 540 locations throughout the U.S. and Canada

Work-Life Balance

  • Part-time, flexible schedule
  • Split shifts (AM/PM routes)
  • Weekdays only
  • No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required

### Your Day as a School Bus Driver

  • Safely transport students to and from school and school activities
  • Assist students with boarding, unloading, seatbelts, and mobility aids
  • Maintain a safe and orderly environment on the bus
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
  • Report maintenance concerns promptly
  • Keep the bus clean and sanitary
  • Follow all traffic laws and company safety standards
  • Communicate effectively with parents, school staff, and dispatch
  • Provide excellent customer service and leadership

### This Opportunity Is Perfect For

  • Retirees looking for supplemental income
  • Stay-at-home parents seeking a flexible schedule
  • Veterans transitioning into civilian careers
  • Individuals seeking a second career
  • Anyone who enjoys working with children and serving their community

### Qualifications

  • Must be at least 21 years old
  • Valid driver's license for a minimum of 3 years
  • Ability to work a part-time schedule
  • Enjoy working with students

Note: This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing. As a safety-sensitive position, DOT regulations prohibit the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student. Make a difference in your community while enjoying competitive pay, exceptional benefits, paid time off, retirement contributions, and the flexibility to fit work around your life.

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