Working at First Student in Omaha, NE: 1 Employee Job Reviews by Real Employee working in Omaha, NE Area

"Been driving for First Student for several years"

What do you like about working at First Student?

"Local boss is OK.In our little corner of the metro area, the kids are pretty good."

Do you have any tips for others interviewing with this company?

"Insurance is expensive and not very good at all. Several drivers at my location have small businesses of their own. They drive just to get the insurance. But the insurance is so bad (doesn't cover much. has low limits, etc.) and costs so much that it really isn't worth the pain."

What don't you like about working at First Student?

"Upper mgmt is clueless about what really is going on at the worker level.Most of the buses don't meet safety regulations. We have had buses without horns, lights, emergency brakes, etc. for months without getting fixed."

What suggestions do you have for management?

"Listen to the drivers. In my area, over half the drivers have college degrees and have already completed one career. They drive for the enjoyment and/or something to do. You treat us like uneducated monkeys. Catch a clue, we have years of experience behind us and know what we are talking about. But, you threaten us with being fired if we speak out."