Part-Time School Bus Driver — CDL Experienced

Job overview

This part-time school bus driver position is onsite in Lawnside, NJ, with split morning and afternoon weekday routes. Pay is $32.50 per hour. First Student transports students and passengers to their destinations and describes its work as serving communities through safe transportation. The driver safely transports students to and from school and related activities, supervises boarding and unloading, and follows vehicle inspection and safety requirements. Communication with families, school staff, and dispatch helps maintain safe, dependable routes.

What you'll do

• Transport students to and from school and school-related activities
• supervise boarding and unloading
• assist with seatbelts and mobility devices as needed
• maintain order on the bus
• conduct pre- and post-trip inspections
• report mechanical issues
• keep the vehicle clean
• comply with DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety standards
• communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

part-time

lawnside nj

first student

school bus driver

cdl

passenger endorsement

school bus endorsement

$32.50/hr

split shifts

weekdays

student transportation

dot safety

22-hour weekly minimum

no weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• employee assistance program
• employee discounts
• career advancement opportunities
• guaranteed minimum of 22 hours per week.

Why this role

Applicants must already hold a valid CDL with School Bus (S) and Passenger (P) endorsements; permit holders and candidates needing CDL training are not being considered. Weekday split shifts; no nights, weekends, holidays, or summers required.

About the employer

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