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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Porterville, CA

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: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Training Hourly Rate: $21.00 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.

"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."

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

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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Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Porterville, CA

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: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Training Hourly Rate: $21.00 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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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Tulare County Office of Education in Tulare, CA!

Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift 10 am - 6 :30 pm

If you take pride in keeping your community moving, this is your opportunity to make a real difference. Our team keeps students safe and on time every day-because behind every bus is a skilled mechanic who ensures reliability, safety, and peace of mind for families across our community.

While First Student is North America\'s leading school transportation provider-serving more than 1,250 districts and 5.4 million student journeys daily-our focus here in Tulare is local. You\'ll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, safety, and community connection.

Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Hourly Rate: $35 - $37 per hour (NOT flat rate).
Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.

About the Diesel Technician Position

As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Complete work orders accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Diesel Technician Qualifications

At least 3 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver\'s license required.
CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
Possession of a mechanic\'s tool set to complete all assigned duties.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
Strong computer skills.
Note: 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.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

First for a reason:

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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Tulare County Office of Education in Tulare, CA!

Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift 10 am - 6 :30 pm

Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Hourly Rate: $35 - $37 per hour (NOT flat rate).
Bonus rate increase available for each ASE School Bus Series test passed and maintained (up to $2/hour more).
Monday-Friday day shift schedule with consistent, year-round work.
Company-paid ASE testing and training materials.
Company-paid CDL Class B training and licensing.
Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.
Career Advancement Opportunities: Advance into operational, maintenance, management, and leadership roles in over 540 locations across the U.S. & Canada!
Paid holidays and vacation time.
Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses.
Discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, and more through the PerkSpot program.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and support services for personal and work-related issues.

About the Diesel Technician Position

As a Diesel Technician with First Student, you will help maintain and repair school buses to ensure safety and reliability.

Diesel Technician key responsibilities include:

Ensure vehicles are maintained and safe for our passengers.
Diagnose and perform all phases of vehicle maintenance including the repair of brakes and brake inspections, engine tune-ups, suspensions, drive trains, transmission clutches and other repairs.
Perform preventive maintenance (PMs), safety inspections, and annual maintenance inspections.
Complete work orders accurately.
Assist with mobile emergency repair services when needed.

Diesel Technician Qualifications

At least 3 years of diesel or automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent technical school education and experience.
Vehicle diagnostic and problem-solving skills.
Valid driver\'s license required.
CDL Class B or ability to obtain within 60 days of employment - Company paid training provided.
Possession of a mechanic\'s tool set to complete all assigned duties.
Willingness to participate in the ASE certification program (training, testing, and bonuses provided).
Strong computer skills.
Note: 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.

Take the wheel and drive your career forward with First Student! Make an impact in your community while enjoying day shift schedules, great pay, and unmatched support.

First for a reason:

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- 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
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Electrification
- Electric Buses
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- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
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  Practices, processes & 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

School Bus Monitor

First Student

Porterville, California, US

Part Time

$21.00 - $26.00/Hourly

249 S Western St Porterville, CA 93257 United States of America

Now Hiring Part Time School Bus Monitors/Aides - Porterville, CA As a Part Time School Bus Monitor, you will play a vital role in your community and t...

Posted 2026-08-20

Diesel Mechanic

First Student

Tulare, California, US

Full Time

$35.00 - $37.00/Hourly

4770 South K Street Tulare, CA 93274 United States of America

Additional Job Description First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Tulare County Office of Education in Tulare, CA! Hours...

Posted 2026-08-06

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