Our People
Why join First?
One of the best reasons is the people who work here. They’re talented, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and successful. Better yet, hear it straight from them. Explore the many reasons our people choose First.
Because the journey is always
better together.
For more than a century, we have provided industry-leading transportation services by emphasizing the relationship with our customer and putting
students first.
We work closely with school officials to understand their unique challenges, developing solutions that save money, improve safety, drive efficiency and provide peace of mind. We proudly employ 48,000 people across the U.S. and Canada and have over 43,000 buses.
“First Student’s local staff members are visible in our community and they are dedicated to our children. Our staff work together as a team. From top down, First Student has highly trained personnel that have the sole purpose of taking care of the students’, families’ and the school’s needs.”
Scott D.
Superintendent of Schools
Zachary Community School District, LA
We’re so much more than a Bus Company. We’re part of the community.
SEE OUR LOCAL STORIESBig Bus. No Big Deal.
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to drive a school bus? Now you can find out. Through our Big Bus No Big Deal Hiring Events, everyday people get to test drive a new career by taking the wheel of one of our iconic yellow school buses. Our knowledgeable and friendly training staff will guide you through a closed course. No experience, no problem. We provide all the training required to succeed. All you need is the desire to put your career in the driver’s seat as you perform an invaluable service for your local community.
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Our Values
Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they’ve started their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.
Focus on Safety
Safety is at the heart of everything we do
Care for Our Students
Ensure our vehicles are welcoming and trusted places where students feel comfortable and secure
Surpass Customer Expectations
Go the extra mile to deliver an extraordinary experience for our customers and communities
Foster Teamwork
Work together, act with integrity, respect each other, champion diversity and inclusion
Set the Highest Standards
Continually seek a better way to do things with innovation, sustainable practices, financial discipline, commercial excellence and operational excellence
Parents First.
Your kids are your world and we wouldn’t have it any other way. We have plenty of opportunities where you can work while your kids are in school and then be home with them when they’re not. And your work schedule will mirror the school calendar giving you all school holidays and vacations off.
Featured Opportunities
School Bus Drivers
No experience needed, comprehensive training, fulfilling work & rewards.
Provide unmatched care and the safest ride to school, so when students arrive, they’ve started their day with an exceptional experience and are ready to achieve their full potential.
DriverHub
A tablet-based driver workflow system that provides real-time navigation assistance, provides data links into our operations and maintenance systems, and enables driver monitoring and coaching, further enhancing on-road performance and safety.
FirstView
The highest rated, most comprehensive and secure bus tracking, communications and engagement tool for parents, school administrators and transportation managers.
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Van Service for Students with Special Needs
Transporting students with unique needs requires experience, specialized training and compassion. Our new vans are state-of-the-art with 3-point safety belts, GPS tracking systems and interior cameras. School districts also have access to the company’s exclusive technology suite, which includes FirstView® and First Feedback™.
Alternative Vehicles
Our alternative fuel fleet now numbers more than 2,000 vehicles (predominantly Compressed Natural Gas buses) and we’re rolling out new electric school buses in Chicago, Montreal, and Minnesota.
Why join First? One of the best reasons is the people who work here. They’re talented, friendly, knowledgeable, helpful and successful. Meet some of them now and hear why they are proud to be part of the First team.
Jackie Tuckerman
Director of Training & Development
Jackie Tuckerman
Director of Training & Development
Bruce Parker
Dispatcher
Bruce Parker
Dispatcher
Nate Perkins
Manager
Nate Perkins
Manager
Claire Miller
SVP Strategy, Business Development,
Marketing & Communications
Claire Miller
SVP Strategy, Business Development,
Marketing & Communications
Sha Fan, CCP
Compensation Analyst II
Human Resources
Sha Fan, CCP
Compensation Analyst II
Human Resources
John J. Williams
Associate General Counsel
John J. Williams
Associate General Counsel
Darryl Hill
SVP, Safety & Security
First Student
Darryl Hill
SVP, Safety & Security
First Student
Jackie T.Director- Bruce P.Dispatcher
- Nate P.Manager
- Claire M.SVP
- Sha F.Analyst
- John W.General Counsel
- Darryl H.SVP
Bruce P.Dispatcher
Nate P.Manager
Claire M.SVP
Sha F.Analyst
John W.General Counsel
Darryl H.SVP