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School Van Driver

Part-time

First Student (school bus)

Tonka Bay, MNPart-time$26–30/hrPosted 3w agoStill listed 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$26–30/hr
Location
Tonka Bay, MN
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License For At Least 3 YearsDOT Drug Testing

Job overview

First Student (school bus) is hiring a School Van Driver. First Student is hiring part‑time school van drivers in Tonka Bay, MN to transport students on split‑shift routes, providing a guaranteed four‑hour school‑day shift with optional extra trips, while offering paid training, hourly wages, and benefits.

Key focus areas include Transport students on early morning pickup and afternoon drop‑off routes, Maintain a split‑shift schedule with free hours between pickups and drop‑offs, and Complete a guaranteed four‑hour shift each school day.

Important skills include Valid Driver’s License and English Proficiency. Preferred (not required): Collaboration and Enjoy Working With Students.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Valid Driver’s LicenseEnglish ProficiencyCollaborationEnjoy Working With Students

Qualifications

Must Be 21+Valid Driver’s License for at Least 3 YearsDOT Drug TestingNo College Degree or High School DiplomaMilitary ExperienceReturning to Workforce or Looking for Second JobRetireeLooking to Jump Start a New Career

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Now Hiring Part Time School Van Drivers for Tonka Bay, MN

As a First Student Part Time School Van Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students you transport. You will be there at the start of the students’ day with before-school pickup and at the end with an afternoon shift to bring students safely back home.

No experience as a van driver is required ! We’re proud to train you with our industry-leading technology to help you succeed.

Your day will include:

  • A split shift, which means an early morning before-school pickup and an after-school drop-off with a few free hours in between.

  • A guaranteed shift of (4) hours per school day, no working nights or weekends unless you want to.

  • Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available.

School Van Driver benefits:

  • Hourly Rate: $26.00-$30.00 / hour starting wage, based on school van driver experience.

  • Training Hourly Rate: $22.00

  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits plus 401k Retirement Savings Plans (Benefits offered may vary by location or CBA)

  • No experience necessary . We offer paid training!  

For our Van Driver roles, First Student encourages applications from candidates who:

  • Do not have a college degree or high school diploma.

  • Have military experience.

  • Are returning to the workforce or looking for a second job.

  • Are retirees.  

  • Are looking to jump start a new career.

You might be a good fit if you: 

  • Are looking for a part-time schedule.

  • Enjoy working with students.

  • Are at least 21 years old.

  • Have a valid driver’s license for at least 3 years.

“Join First Student and get more than a paycheck. We offer perks and incentives designed to support you on and off the job, from early wage access and loyalty rewards to employee discounts, recognition programs, growth opportunities, and appreciation events. If you’re ready to be part of a team that Fosters Teamwork and makes a real difference every day, First Student is the place to be.”

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.

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Language Requirement This role requires English proficiency. Federal, state, and local requirements, including U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, require training, safety communications, company policies, employment documents, and other job-related communications be conducted in English.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

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. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf .

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