First Student | Careers

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Now Hiring School Bus Monitor

At First Student, our Monitors/Aides are a constant reflection of our company\'s commitment to safety and customer service. The Monitor/Aide is responsible for providing operational oversight, day-to-day management, and assists drivers in safe operation of routes.

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$20.00/hour starting wage.
Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
Positive and rewarding work environment

Monitor/Aide Responsibilities:

Knows the route and remains alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route
Communicates behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver
Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus
Assists students in the loading and unloading process
Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, students, and parents
Attends all safety and training meetings
Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door
Opens and closes service doors and moves up and down steps multiple times daily
Cleans the inside of the bus
Assists driver when necessary to safely direct the vehicle backwards

Monitor/Aide Required Experience and Skills:

Good verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Early morning availability
Judgement/problem solving skills
Ability to manage high degrees of stress

First Student\'s commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you\'ll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you\'ll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.

Apply today to join our team!

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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Now Hiring School Bus Monitor

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$20.00/hour starting wage.
Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
Positive and rewarding work environment

Monitor/Aide Responsibilities:

Knows the route and remains alert to monitor the welfare of passengers while in route
Communicates behavior problems and conditions of various stops with the driver
Assists in pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the bus
Assists students in the loading and unloading process
Cooperates and communicates with school personnel, students, and parents
Attends all safety and training meetings
Conducts emergency evacuation from the bus, including use of exiting by emergency door
Opens and closes service doors and moves up and down steps multiple times daily
Cleans the inside of the bus
Assists driver when necessary to safely direct the vehicle backwards

Monitor/Aide Required Experience and Skills:

Good verbal communication skills
Attention to detail
Early morning availability
Judgement/problem solving skills
Ability to manage high degrees of stress

Apply today to join our team!

First for a reason:

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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides Providence, RI

As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the students. You will assist the bus driver in providing an excellent and safe journey for students to and from school.

No experience as a School Bus Monitor is required! We will guide you with our industry-leading safety and training programs.

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hourly Rate: $16.75 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
Training Rate: $16.00

Your day as a School Bus Monitor/Aide will include:

Help students safely board and exit the bus
Assist children with special needs during transport
Ensure students remain seated and follow bus safety rules
Communicate with the driver to maintain a safe, calm ride
Provide care and encouragement to students each day

School Bus Monitor/Aide qualifications:

At least 21 years of age
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work flexible split shifts (AM/PM).
Physical ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Friendly, reliable, and patient working with children
Team-oriented with a focus on safety

Apply today and become a valued part of the school community!

First for a reason:

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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides Providence, RI

No experience as a School Bus Monitor is required! We will guide you with our industry-leading safety and training programs.

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hourly Rate: $16.75 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.
Training Rate: $16.00

Your day as a School Bus Monitor/Aide will include:

Help students safely board and exit the bus
Assist children with special needs during transport
Ensure students remain seated and follow bus safety rules
Communicate with the driver to maintain a safe, calm ride
Provide care and encouragement to students each day

School Bus Monitor/Aide qualifications:

At least 21 years of age
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work flexible split shifts (AM/PM).
Physical ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Friendly, reliable, and patient working with children
Team-oriented with a focus on safety

Apply today and become a valued part of the school community!

First for a reason:

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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides Tiverton, RI

No experience as a School Bus Monitor is required! We will guide you with our industry-leading safety and training programs.

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hourly Rate: $17.95 per hour
Training Rate: $16.00 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.

Your day as a School Bus Monitor/Aide will include:

Help students safely board and exit the bus
Assist children with special needs during transport
Ensure students remain seated and follow bus safety rules
Communicate with the driver to maintain a safe, calm ride
Provide care and encouragement to students each day

School Bus Monitor/Aide qualifications:

At least 21 years of age
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work flexible split shifts (AM/PM).
Physical ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Friendly, reliable, and patient working with children
Team-oriented with a focus on safety

Apply today and become a valued part of the school community!

First for a reason:

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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides Tiverton, RI

No experience as a School Bus Monitor is required! We will guide you with our industry-leading safety and training programs.

Why Join First Student as a Bus Monitor?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Hourly Rate: $17.95 per hour
Training Rate: $16.00 per hour
Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurance or coverage options
401(k) Retirement Plan with company match.
Part-time, flexible schedule: Split shifts (AM/PM routes), weekdays only; No nights, weekends, holidays, or summers.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.
Community Impact: Be a trusted figure for students and families.
Employee Discount Program: Discounts on various products and services.

Your day as a School Bus Monitor/Aide will include:

Help students safely board and exit the bus
Assist children with special needs during transport
Ensure students remain seated and follow bus safety rules
Communicate with the driver to maintain a safe, calm ride
Provide care and encouragement to students each day

School Bus Monitor/Aide qualifications:

At least 21 years of age
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work flexible split shifts (AM/PM).
Physical ability to assist students and perform emergency procedures.
CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
Friendly, reliable, and patient working with children
Team-oriented with a focus on safety

Apply today and become a valued part of the school community!

First for a reason:

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Now Hiring: Shop Foreman - Lead Diesel Mechanic

Location: Serving CREC Schools

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Compensation: The hourly wage of $36.58 is set per union contract.

First Things First: Who We Are

Twice the size of our closest competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation provider in North America. Every day, we move 5 million students-more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With unmatched safety performance, highly trained teams, and a national footprint supporting over 1,100 school districts, we are the industry benchmark.

Why Join First Student as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

The hourly wage of $36.58 is set per union contract
Additional $0.25/hour for each ASE certification held or earned
Company-paid ASE testing, training materials, and certification participation
Monday-Friday, 11:00-19:00 schedule with year-round stability
Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid holidays and paid vacation
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
Industry-leading training and OEM support
Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through PerkSpot
Clear advancement pathways into Maintenance Manager and higher technical leadership roles

What You\'ll Do

As the Shop Foreman / Lead Fleet Technician, you\'ll oversee maintenance operations for a mixed fleet of vehicles ranging from vans to large school buses. This role combines hands-on advanced mechanical work with leadership, shop oversight, and compliance responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

Supervising, supporting, and mentoring all technician levels
Assigning and reviewing work orders, tracking completion, and ensuring productivity targets are met
Performing advanced diagnostics and repairs on engines, emissions systems, electrical systems, HVAC, brakes, hydraulics, and transmissions
Conducting quality control inspections and ensuring repairs meet DOT, OSHA, state, federal, and company safety standards
Planning and scheduling preventive maintenance (daily, weekly, monthly)
Communicating unit availability with dispatch, operations, and maintenance leadership
Monitoring shop inventory and approving routine purchases
Assisting with budget forecasting and repair trend analysis
Participating in shop safety meetings, fleet walks, and compliance audits
Leading performance reviews, corrective coaching, onboarding, and-when required-hiring or separation decisions
Fueling oversight and occasional facility support
Completing special projects and performing hands-on repairs as needed

Qualifications

Valid driver\'s license required
Ability and willingness to obtain a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement (training available)
Minimum 5 years diesel or automotive repair experience, OR relevant technical certification with experience
At least one year in a lead, supervisory, or similar role
Advanced mechanical aptitude with experience in complex diagnostics and repair
Ability to read, interpret, and use computerized diagnostics and repair software
Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and customer service skills
Mechanic tool set required
Willingness to participate in ASE certification and advancement program

This is a safety-sensitive position under federal DOT regulations. Per federal law, Schedule I substances including marijuana are not permitted.

Ready to Lead?

If you\'re looking for a stable, skilled trade leadership opportunity with long-term growth and a culture built around safety and teamwork, this is the role to move your career forward.

**At First Student, our commitment to safety, dependability, and customer care creates an environment where you can thrive. With more than 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and exceptional training.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, 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 for a reason:

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Now Hiring: Shop Foreman - Lead Diesel Mechanic

Location: Serving CREC Schools

Schedule: Monday-Friday | 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Compensation: The hourly wage of $36.58 is set per union contract.

First Things First: Who We Are

Twice the size of our closest competitor, First Student is the leading school transportation provider in North America. Every day, we move 5 million students-more passengers than all U.S. airlines combined. With unmatched safety performance, highly trained teams, and a national footprint supporting over 1,100 school districts, we are the industry benchmark.

Why Join First Student as a Shop Foreman / Lead Diesel Mechanic?

The hourly wage of $36.58 is set per union contract
Additional $0.25/hour for each ASE certification held or earned
Company-paid ASE testing, training materials, and certification participation
Monday-Friday, 11:00-19:00 schedule with year-round stability
Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid holidays and paid vacation
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses
Industry-leading training and OEM support
Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through PerkSpot
Clear advancement pathways into Maintenance Manager and higher technical leadership roles

What You\'ll Do

Key responsibilities include:

Supervising, supporting, and mentoring all technician levels
Assigning and reviewing work orders, tracking completion, and ensuring productivity targets are met
Performing advanced diagnostics and repairs on engines, emissions systems, electrical systems, HVAC, brakes, hydraulics, and transmissions
Conducting quality control inspections and ensuring repairs meet DOT, OSHA, state, federal, and company safety standards
Planning and scheduling preventive maintenance (daily, weekly, monthly)
Communicating unit availability with dispatch, operations, and maintenance leadership
Monitoring shop inventory and approving routine purchases
Assisting with budget forecasting and repair trend analysis
Participating in shop safety meetings, fleet walks, and compliance audits
Leading performance reviews, corrective coaching, onboarding, and-when required-hiring or separation decisions
Fueling oversight and occasional facility support
Completing special projects and performing hands-on repairs as needed

Qualifications

Valid driver\'s license required
Ability and willingness to obtain a Class B CDL with passenger endorsement (training available)
Minimum 5 years diesel or automotive repair experience, OR relevant technical certification with experience
At least one year in a lead, supervisory, or similar role
Advanced mechanical aptitude with experience in complex diagnostics and repair
Ability to read, interpret, and use computerized diagnostics and repair software
Strong organizational, leadership, communication, and customer service skills
Mechanic tool set required
Willingness to participate in ASE certification and advancement program

This is a safety-sensitive position under federal DOT regulations. Per federal law, Schedule I substances including marijuana are not permitted.

Ready to Lead?

If you\'re looking for a stable, skilled trade leadership opportunity with long-term growth and a culture built around safety and teamwork, this is the role to move your career forward.

Apply today to join our team!

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- Alternative Transportation
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- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
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Programs & Services
- Home-to-School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- HALO™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
About
- About First Student
  The leader in student transportation
- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
  Financials & investor relations events
Contact
- Partner with Us
  Improve your student experience
- Contact Us
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Provide Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process

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