By Terry James
NORMAL – Many drivers for First Student, responsible for getting Unit 5 students to and from school, are calling in sick on a daily basis.
Chris Kemper with First Student said it’s been difficult to recruit drivers.
“The driver shortage is really a national issue not only for school bus transportation, but for really any over the road transportation company any transportation company that requires a CDL, a commercial driver’s license.”
Kemper said if you want to drive for First Student in Bloomington-Normal, there is a $2,000 dollar sign on bonus.
Kemper is reporting three new drivers will join the company in this area soon.
Nearly 20 drivers called in sick Thursday.
Terry James can be reached at terry@wjbc.com.
