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Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers for Oak Ridge Schools

School Bus Driver Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN - Serving Oak Ridge Schools and Recruiting Throughout the Knoxville Metro Area, Including Farragut, Hardin Valley, Karns, Powell, Concord, and West Knoxville.

Looking for a rewarding part-time job with paid training, a flexible schedule, and a chance to make a difference in your community? First Student is hiring School Bus Drivers serving Oak Ridge Schools in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Our location at 100 Woodbury Lane, Oak Ridge, TN 37830 welcomes applicants from throughout the Knoxville metro area, including Oak Ridge, Farragut, Hardin Valley, Karns, Powell, West Knoxville, Concord, Cedar Bluff, and surrounding communities.

No experience driving a school bus? No problem. We provide paid CDL training and support you every step of the way as you begin a career transporting students safely to and from school.

Why Drive for First Student?

• Starting wage: $23.38 per hour

• Paid training at $18.00 per hour once your CLP is obtained

• Guaranteed 4 hours per school day for drivers who work both morning and afternoon routes

• Commerical Learner's Permit Bonus Incentive**: $500 Bonus for candidates who present a CLP within 7 calendar days of completing Virtual CLP training or within 7 calendar days of the offer letter date if they do not participate in Virtual CLP training or $200 Bonus for candidates who present a CLP within 14 calendar days of completing Virtual CLP training or within 14 calendar days of the offer letter date if they do not participate in Virtual CLP training.

• Additional earning opportunities through field trips, athletic events, and charter work

Flexible Schedule

• Morning and afternoon routes with time off in the middle of the day

• No nights or weekends required

• Perfect for retirees, veterans, parents, caregivers, and individuals looking for supplemental income or a second career

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits available

• Child Ride-Along Program

• Employee discount and perks programs

• SALT Rewards Program

• Access to Chime MyPay, allowing eligible employees to access earned wages before payday

• Paid CDL training and ongoing professional development

What Your Day Will Look Like:

As a School Bus Driver serving Oak Ridge Schools, you'll help students start and end their day safely.

Your schedule will include:

• Morning school routes

• Afternoon school routes

• A guaranteed minimum of 4 hours per school day when working both AM and PM routes

• Opportunities for additional work through extracurricular trips and charters

Who Should Apply?

First Student welcomes applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds, including:

• Military veterans

• Retirees

• Stay-at-home parents returning to the workforce

• Career changers

• Individuals seeking a second source of income

• Candidates without a college degree

• Customer service, delivery, transportation, hospitality, warehouse, retail, and manufacturing professionals looking for a new opportunity

No previous school bus driving experience is required. We provide the training you need to succeed.

You May Be a Great Fit If You:

• Are at least 25 years old

• Have held a valid driver's license for 5 or more years

• Enjoy working with students and serving your community

• Are looking for a reliable part-time position with flexible hours

• Want paid CDL training and a pathway to a new career

Drive with First Student and become an important part of the Oak Ridge Schools community while enjoying competitive pay, paid CDL training, and the flexibility to fit work into your life.

This position is subject to DOT drug testing as a safety-sensitive position. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

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.

**CLP Bonus expires 10.30.2026

Bonus Eligibility: Complete all onboarding requirements, including the background check, drug screen, DOT physical, and new hire training. Bonus will be paid on the first payroll following successful completion of training.

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.