Good first job or re-entering workforce - School Bus Driver First Student Employee Review

4.0
Sep 13, 2014
Recommend
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Pros

Great training. Get your CDL B license paid for with 1 year of work

Cons

A lot of rules and procedures to follow exactly as outlined by the company. Dealing with children and in some locations handicapped children so many rules. Like being in the military so not for everyone.

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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
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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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