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Van Driver

Wexford, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

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Van Driver

Zelienople, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

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Van Driver

Butler, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

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Van Driver

Butler, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

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Van Driver

Harmony, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

First Student

Van Driver

Zelienople, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

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Van Driver

Cranberry Township, PA · On-site

$20/hr

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 ...

First Student

School Van Driver

Bellport, NY · On-site

$24.17/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * S tarting ...

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School Van Driver

Bellport, NY

$24.17/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * S tarting ...

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Van Driver

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$17.50/hr

As a First Student Part Time Paratransit Van Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the passengers you transport. Paratransit Van Driver benefits: * Pay Details:

First Student

Van Driver

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$17.50/hr

As a First Student Part Time Paratransit Van Driver you will play a vital role in your community and the lives of the passengers you transport. Paratransit Van Driver benefits: * Pay Details:

First Student

School Van Driver

Belton, MO · On-site

$16.95/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: · Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications · Hourly ...

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School Van Driver

Northbrook, IL

$20/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate ...

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School Van Driver

Spring Hill, KS

$16.15/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: · Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications · Hourly ...

First Student

School Van Driver

MO

$16.95/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: · Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications · Hourly ...

First Student

School Van Driver

Spring Hill, KS · On-site

$16.15/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: · Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications · Hourly ...

First Student

School Van Driver

Shoreham, NY

$23.70 - $27.15/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: * Hourly Rate: $23.70 - $27.15 per hour * Training Rate: $17 * Medical ...

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School Van Driver

Adrian, MI · On-site

$18.75/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: * Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications * Hourly Rate ...

First Student

School Van Driver

Reading, PA

$19.11/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: * $19.11 per hour after training completion; $15.00 per hour while ...

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School Van Driver

Verona, WI

$20/hr

You will start students' days with morning pickup before school and transport them safely back home ... School Van Driver benefits: · Pay Details: Dependent on experience and qualifications · Hourly ...

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How much do student van driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for student van driver in the United States is $15.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.50 and $17.07 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Student Van Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Student Van Driver, you need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and familiarity with safe vehicle operation practices. Knowledge of route planning tools, GPS navigation systems, and sometimes completion of defensive driving courses are often required. Strong communication, reliability, patience, and a calm demeanor help ensure positive interactions with students and parents. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring student safety, maintaining trust, and delivering punctual, dependable transportation services.

What are some common challenges Student Van Drivers face during their shifts, and how can they effectively handle them?

Student Van Drivers often encounter challenges such as managing student behavior, navigating traffic during peak hours, and adhering to strict schedules. Maintaining clear communication with students and setting expectations for safe conduct can help manage behavior. To handle traffic and time constraints, drivers should plan routes in advance and stay updated on local road conditions. Regular communication with dispatchers and school staff also ensures prompt support if any issues arise during a shift.

What are student van drivers?

Student van drivers are individuals responsible for safely transporting students, often for a school, college, or university. Their duties typically include driving vans on predetermined routes, ensuring students' safety during pick-up and drop-off, and maintaining the cleanliness and basic maintenance of the vehicle. They may also assist with special trips or events and adhere to strict schedules and safety regulations. Student van drivers usually need a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and sometimes additional background checks or certifications.
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Van Driver

First Student

Wexford, PA • On-site

$20/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 6 days ago

First Student rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 302 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 72 rated education support services

Job description

Now Hiring Part Time Van Drivers for Seneca Valley School District, Harmony, PA!

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

  • Additional hours gained through trips and charters when available

School Van Driver benefits:

  • $20.00/HR starting wage, based on school van driver experience and type of vehicle.

  • $20.00 training pay rate.

  • $2,500 Sign On Bonus*

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

  • No experience necessary.

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

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.

*Conditions apply; see locations for details. Bonus expires 6/30/26.*


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.

Company Description

About us
An industry leader famous for our yellow school buses and service and safety excellence, we’ve provided student transportation services to schools for over 100 years. Continually investing in the services of the future, we’re proud to be part of FirstGroup America – the largest provider of safe, reliable and sustainable surface passenger transportation services in North America.
Industry leader
We safely operate more than one third of all contracted school buses in North America.
Together our 50,000 school buses travel nearly 600 million miles per year — the equivalent of 1,200 round trips to the moon.
We operate in around 550 locations throughout 38 U.S. states and 8 Canadian provinces.
Innovation
We were the first school bus company to utilize global positioning systems (GPS), so at any one time we know where all of our buses are and how fast they’re travelling.
Passionate about safety, we’ve installed Safety Crossing Gates on the front of all of our school buses and use the Child Check-MateTM electronic reminder system to make sure no sleeping children remain inside a bus at the end of each route.
Awards & recognition
We won the Occupational Excellence Achievement Award from the National Safety Council two years in a row.
Dedicated to safety, FirstGroup received the National Safety Council’s (NSC) Green Cross for Safety Medal - the highest award for safety in North America.
Teamwork and trust
It takes a diverse team of skilled professionals to provide a safe, effective and efficient student transportation system. From our school bus drivers and location managers to routers, dispatchers and fleet technician mechanics, the work we do every day makes a big impact on the daily lives of students, parents, local communities and school district partners.
We’re very proud of our elite team of over 55,000 dedicated, caring and diverse professionals. And they are the #1 reason we’re trusted by over 1,400 school districts - more than any other provider. Everybody here plays their part in creating a positive school bus experience.
Our culture
We live and breathe our vision and values. They are embedded in our culture and drive our commitment to our customers and communities. Our culture fosters growth and promotes respect, reliability, responsibility and safety. And we recruit people who share these values and will work together to build strong and trusting partnerships in the communities we serve.
Safety – Although our safety record is twice as safe as the industry average, we continually seek out opportunities to enhance our operational and safety initiatives.
Learning – Through our learning culture that spans over 550 locations, we receive and share insight from our people to enhance our service now and in the future.
Making a difference - By doing our job well, we make a positive impact on many lives – including the millions of students who travel with us every school day.
Careers for all – We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Employer of Choice.
By consistently encouraging and supporting an open dialogue with our people and partners, we’re able to share new ideas and develop new ways to meet the needs of our customers and passengers. At First Student, you’ll feel empowered to serve your community. So join the team and start to make a difference.

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