School Bus Driver – West Seneca

Job overview

The School Bus Driver – West Seneca role is onsite in Buffalo, NY, with part-time split shifts for morning and afternoon routes on weekdays. The listed hourly rate is $27.72–$32.05; training pays $16 per hour. First Student helps transport students and passengers safely to their destinations and provides training for new drivers. The driver transports students to and from school and activities while supporting safe boarding, orderly rides, and communication with families, school staff, and dispatch. Vehicle inspections and prompt reporting of mechanical issues help maintain safe, reliable transportation.

What you'll do

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Supervise boarding and unloading, assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids, and maintain order on the bus.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, report mechanical issues, and keep the bus clean and sanitary.
• Follow traffic laws and company safety standards, and communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about behavior or delays.
• Additional field-trip and special-event transportation hours may be available.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

school bus driver

west seneca

onsite

buffalo ny

first student

part-time

split shifts

student transportation

school routes

safety inspections

cdl training provided

no weekends

$27.72–$32.05/hour

$1,500–$3,000 sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance or coverage options, 401(k) match, employee assistance program, employee discounts, guaranteed minimum four hours per day, and potential safety, attendance, and permit bonuses.

Why this role

No experience is necessary; training and Commercial Learner’s Permit and Commercial Driver’s License training are provided. Weekday split shifts; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required. Sign-on bonus of $1,500–$3,000 based on experience.

About the employer

First Student is hiring for this role. Industry: School and Employee Bus Transportation. Sector: 48.