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Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers for Santa Maria, CA

As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of students. You will start students\' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home in the afternoon. Additional hours for field trips and special event transportation may be available.

No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

School Bus Driver benefits:

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Hourly Rate: $26.66 - $33.48 per hour*

Training Hourly Rate (BTW): $22.61

Commercial Learner\'s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) training provided!

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 required.

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.

Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for (5) hours per day at a minimum.

Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

Safely transport students to and from school and activities.

Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.

Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).

Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.

Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.

Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.

Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

Retirees looking for supplemental income

Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work

Veterans transitioning into civilian roles

Anyone seeking a second career or a flexible job

People who enjoy working with children

You might be a good fit as a School Bus Driver if you:

Are at least 21 years old

Have a valid driver\'s license for at least 3 years

Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off

Enjoy working with students

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.

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

Valid Class B License

History driving with ride share companies or taxi services

Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

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

*Conditions apply; see locations for details.

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 Drivers for Santa Maria, CA

No experience is necessary to become a school bus driver! We are here to help you succeed with expert training and guidance to help you become a safe and professional First Student school bus driver.

School Bus Driver benefits:

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications

Hourly Rate: $26.66 - $33.48 per hour*

Training Hourly Rate (BTW): $22.61

Commercial Learner\'s Permit (CLP) and Commercial Driver\'s License (CDL) training provided!

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 required.

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.

Guaranteed Minimum Hours: Get paid for (5) hours per day at a minimum.

Child Ride-Along Program: Perfect for working parents.

Your day as a School Bus Driver will include:

Safely transport students to and from school and activities.

Supervise boarding and unloading at stops; assist students with seatbelts and mobility aids.

Maintain order on the bus to prevent distractions.

Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (brakes, lights, tires, emergency exits).

Report mechanical issues promptly and keep the bus clean and sanitary.

Obey all traffic laws and company safety standards.

Communicate with parents, school staff, and dispatch about student behavior or delays.

Demonstrate leadership and customer service skills.

School Bus Driver Jobs are Perfect For:

Retirees looking for supplemental income

Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work

Veterans transitioning into civilian roles

Anyone seeking a second career or a flexible job

People who enjoy working with children

You might be a good fit as a School Bus Driver if you:

Are at least 21 years old

Have a valid driver\'s license for at least 3 years

Are looking for a part-time schedule and summers off

Enjoy working with students

Great School Bus Drivers often bring skills such as:

Valid Class B License

History driving with ride share companies or taxi services

Previous experience as a teacher, CDL driver, social worker, classroom assistant, hospitality worker, or customer service or retail associate.

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

*Conditions apply; see locations for details.

First for a reason:

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First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Santa-Maria Bonita School District!

Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift, 5:30 am - 2:00 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 Santa Maria 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: $28 - $31 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 1 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 Santa-Maria Bonita School District!

Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day shift, 5:30 am - 2:00 PM

Why Join First as a Diesel Mechanic?

Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications.
Hourly Rate: $28 - $31 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 1 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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- 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
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  Meet our team
- Newsroom
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  Request a competitive proposal
- Feedback
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  Our step-by-step process
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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 Driver

First Student

Santa Maria, California, US

Part Time

$26.66 - $33.48/Hr

1331 Jason Way Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States of America

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers for Santa Maria, CA As a Part Time School Bus Driver, you will play a vital role in your community and the liv...

Posted 2026-06-15

Diesel Mechanic

First Student

Santa Maria, California, US

Full Time

$28 - $31/Hr

1331 Jason Way Santa Maria, CA 93455 United States of America

First Student is now hiring a Diesel Technician for our shop serving Santa-Maria Bonita School District! Hours/Schedule: Monday-Friday, Full-time day ...

Posted 2026-07-07

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