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First Student to Lay Off Over 100 Bus Drivers in Seattle Operations

EMPLOYEES AFFECTED
100

What we know

Location: Seattle, WA.

Department affected: bus drivers.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

First Student has announced plans to lay off over 100 bus drivers as part of a restructuring of its Seattle operations. The layoffs are scheduled for August 2023, indicating a significant reduction in workforce in that location. This decision comes as the company aims to condense its operations in the area. The specific reasons for the layoffs have not been detailed, but they reflect ongoing adjustments within the company. The impact on local transportation services and the remaining workforce is yet to be assessed.

First Student cut 100 jobs affecting its bus drivers team.

LayoffTalk has tracked 14 layoff events at First Student since August 2023, affecting a combined 1,227 employees.

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LTLayoffTalk StaffStaff21 hours ago

First Student has announced planned job cuts affecting 100 employees. What are you hearing from inside the company? Any details on which departments or locations? You can post anonymously below.

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Estimated figure based on news reporting. Not yet confirmed by First Student.

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