First Student Careers

10/13/2026

What a fantastic day at our Trunk or Treat! We loved seeing all the creative costumes and spending time with local families. It was especially exciting to meet a few individuals interested in becoming van and bus drivers. Events like these remind us how valuable community connections can be.

Interested in joining this team? Apply today at Workatfirst.com!

09/11/2026

First Student honors the memory of those who were taken, the bravery of first responders, and the resilience of a nation that came together in the face of darkness.

09/08/2026

🎉 LABOR DAY CELEBRATION + A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS TO MPC REGION 6! 🎉

This Labor Day, we’re celebrating something extra special at MPC Region 6 in Hasbrouck Heights, NJ! ❤️💙

🏆✨ MPC REGION 6 IS THE ROOKIE OF THE YEAR! ✨🏆
And this recognition could not be more well deserved!

This award is a true reflection of the hard work, dedication, teamwork, and commitment demonstrated by the entire Hasbrouck Heights team. Day in and day out, this team continues to show up, support one another, and make a difference—and now, their outstanding efforts are being recognized! 👏👏👏

Congratulations, MPC Region 6! 🎊

You earned this moment, and we couldn’t be more proud!

🎉 And what better way to celebrate than with a Labor Day BBQ?! 🌭🍔☀️

The team came together to enjoy a fantastic Labor Day celebration filled with great food, recognition, fun, and an opportunity to connect, including:
🌭 Labor Day BBQ
🏆 Employee of the Month Recognition
🎟️ Raffle
💬 Employee Survey Box Meeting

A special congratulations to our Employees of the Month! 👏🎉
🏆 Lavinia Crovetto – Road Supervisor
🏆 Christine Davila – Dispatcher
🏆 Ihor Deftalinskij – CDL Operator

Thank you for your hard work and dedication. Your contributions matter, and we are thrilled to celebrate your accomplishments!

And we absolutely have to give a BIG shout-out to the leadership behind this incredible team! 🙌
⭐ Luis Pacheco, Location Manager
⭐ Aliya Ahmed, HR Manager

Thank you both for your leadership, support, and commitment to creating a workplace where employees can thrive, be recognized, and feel valued.

And finally, THANK YOU to the entire MPC Region 6 team! ❤️💙

The Rookie of the Year award belongs to all of you. Your teamwork, dedication, and passion are what make Hasbrouck Heights such a special location.
🇺This Labor Day, we celebrate YOU!

🏆 Rookie of the Year.
🎉 A team worth celebrating.
💙 A future worth being excited about.

Congratulations, MPC Region 6—you’ve earned every bit of this recognition! 👏🏆🎊

09/07/2026

First Student would like to honor the the hardworking professionals who keep us moving every day. We appreciate your dedication to First Student and encourage you to take a moment to recharge! Happy Labor Day!

09/05/2026

🎉 New Faces, New Beginnings & Plenty of Philly Pride!

☀️🚌 AUGUST BROUGHT THE HEAT… AND SOME AMAZING NEW TEAM MEMBERS! 🎉❤️💙

Please join us in giving a BIG, warm welcome to our newest members of the First Student Paratransit family at Tacony Street in Philadelphia! 🎊
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August was a busy month, and we’re excited to celebrate the incredible group of new hires who joined our team:

👏 Amanda • Tanaya • Tyrel • Jamia • Latoyia • Yasimar • Dickson • Michele • Jarmaine • Marvin • Najae • Brett • Nicole • Briana 👏

We’re thrilled to have each of you on board! Your journey is just beginning, and we’re excited to see all that you’ll accomplish as part of our Tacony Street team. 💪✨

A special THANK YOU and shout-out to Trainer Milton! 🙌 Your dedication, patience, and commitment to helping our newest team members succeed make a difference every step of the way.

🌟 Welcome to the team, August crew!
Here’s to new beginnings, new opportunities, and plenty of miles ahead! 🚌💨

Welcome to Tacony Street — we’re happy you’re here! ❤️💙

09/04/2026

🎉🚌 CELEBRATING Stewart Sutherland | 22 YEARS OF DEDICATION & SERVICE! 💙

Today, we’re taking a moment to celebrate and say a heartfelt THANK YOU to Paratransit Operator Stewart Sutherland as he begins a well-deserved retirement! 👏🎊

For an incredible 22 years, Stewart has been a steady hand behind the wheel—logging millions of safe miles and dedicating his career to keeping our passengers, communities, and team members moving. 🚌💙

Through countless early mornings, late nights, busy days, and everything in between, Stewart showed up with dedication, professionalism, and a commitment to doing the job right. His years of service have made a lasting impact, and we are incredibly grateful for everything he has contributed throughout his career.

🌟 Stewart, your journey has been nothing short of remarkable. 🌟

As you turn the page to this exciting new chapter, we hope retirement brings you plenty of relaxation, adventure, family time, and—most importantly—nowhere you have to be at a certain time! 😎☀️

May your days ahead be filled with smooth roads, sunny skies, and absolutely NO alarm clocks! 😂⏰

Congratulations on an extraordinary 22-year career, Stewart! 🎉

Thank you for your years of service, your commitment, and the millions of safe miles you’ve given to our community.

Happy Retirement! 🥳🚌💙

You will be greatly missed, but your legacy will continue to be part of our team.

Enjoy the ride—you’ve certainly earned it! 🏁✨

08/28/2026

🚌✨ School is back in session, and that means thousands of students are depending on safe transportation every day.

As school buses return to the roads, we're asking everyone to do their part: ✅ Slow down in school zones ✅ Watch for flashing yellow and red lights ✅ Stop when required and stay alert around bus stops ✅ Help keep our students safe as they travel to and from school

At First Student, safety is at the heart of everything we do. From extensive driver training to ongoing safety drills, our teams work every day to ensure students arrive safely.

We're also looking for caring, safety-minded individuals to join our team! If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference in your community, consider becoming a school bus driver. We offer paid training, competitive pay, flexible schedules, and the opportunity to positively impact students' lives every day.

❤️ Keep our kids safe. 🚌 Join a team that's driven by safety.

Apply today and be part of something bigger.

CHEEKTOWAGA, N.Y. (WIVB) — As students prepare to return to school, drivers across Western New York will soon be sharing the roads with more school buses. First Student General Manager Rob Hu…

08/21/2026

💡 Fun Fact Friday! 🚌

Did you know a school bus can make dozens of stops before most of us have even finished our morning coffee? ☕😂

Our drivers are out there navigating neighborhoods, greeting students, and keeping their routes moving, all before the first school bell rings! 🔔🚌

Talk about getting a head start on the day! 👏

08/19/2026

🚍 We're Hiring Wednesday! 💙💛

Looking for a career that makes a difference in your community? Join the First Student team!

We're hiring dependable, caring individuals who are ready to help safely transport students to and from school each day.

✨ Why join our team?
🚌 Paid training
💲 Competitive pay
📅 Flexible schedules
❤️ A supportive team environment
🌟 Make a difference every day

Whether you're looking for a new career or a meaningful part-time opportunity, we'd love to have you on board!

📲 Apply today: https://firststudentinc.com/careers/

Tag someone who would be a great fit! 👇

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08/18/2026

😂 Joke of the Day!

What do you call a bear with no teeth?

A gummy bear! 🐻😂