School Transportation Operator

1 week ago


Ketchikan, Alaska, United States First Student Full time

Why Choose First Student:


At First Student, we pride ourselves on being a community of over 60,000 dedicated professionals who ensure the safe transportation of more than 5 million students and passengers daily. Our family of brands includes Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II.

Our team members are at the forefront of safety and innovation, implementing the most advanced training and technology available in the transportation sector.


Position Overview:

We are currently seeking School Transportation Operators in Ketchikan, AK.

About Us:

As the largest school transportation solutions provider in North America, First Student completes 5 million student journeys each day, surpassing the total number of passengers transported by all U.S. airlines combined.

With a team of highly trained operators and an unmatched safety record, First Student provides reliable, quality services to 1,100 school districts.


Benefits of Being a School Transportation Operator:
  • Competitive starting wages ranging from $22.03 to $27.53 per hour, depending on experience.
  • Sign-on bonuses: $1,000 for new operators and $2,000 for CDL holders.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with 401k retirement savings plans (benefits may vary by location).
  • Paid training provided.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Ensure the safe transportation of students to and from school.
  • Utilize industry-leading technology to navigate daily routes effectively.
  • Conduct pre and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain vehicle safety.
  • Assist students with boarding and exiting the bus.

Qualifications:
  • Excellent verbal communication skills.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Possess a valid driver's license for a minimum of three years.
  • Must pass a drug screening and physical examination.
  • Subject to DOT drug testing regulations.


First Student is committed to a drug-free workplace and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable fair chance laws. 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.



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