Decent wages, stressful and lack of hours - School Bus Driver First Student Employee Review

3.0
Dec 9, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Paid training and CDL B + endorsements are paid for by company.

Cons

—Not enough hours, —Almost impossible to get a full time position — Long winter break and summer break — Wages could be higher — Stressful dealing with student management and driving. — Lots of liability if you get in an accident

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5.0
Jan 1, 2026
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Pros

Good people, Hardworking, supportive towards medical care

Cons

no cons felt in my tenure

4.0
Jun 14, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Largest employer in the industry. Positive structural changes Investment in infrastructure

Cons

Frequently behind the wheel of a bus which limits value at position Very long hours due to need to complete work while spending significant portion of the day filling in on open routes

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