This new contract is a three-year agreement which includes the operation, maintenance and management of a fleet of 132 vehicles covering 120 daily routes.
All First Student buses will have onboard Zonar GPS to enhance the safety of the student passengers and drivers. The addition of Zonar GPS adds a further element of safety to First Student buses. In the event of an emergency, First Student dispatch can pinpoint the bus’ exact location and provide quick response. In addition, this system helps reduce fuel usage and emissions by monitoring how long buses idle every day.
“We look forward to providing safe, reliable school bus transportation to families and students in the Belvidere school district. At First Student, we are committed to having the best safety principles and practices in the industry. In addition to the local resources at our proposed Belvidere location, the community will benefit from the support from our other 3,500 buses in Northern Illinois,” said David Duke, Senior Vice President of Sales for First Student.
School b us es are the safest way for children to get to and from school. First Student conducts extensive background screening and driver record checks on all its employees. Safe and knowledgeable drivers are a terrific asset. First Student will evaluate existing local employees who presently serve the district. Those who meet the company’s stringent driver and employee requirements are encouraged to apply.
