CDL School - Paid Training

Gray Line Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gray Line Tennessee is offering an opportunity to start a career as a School Bus Driver through their CDL School in Nashville. Candidates will undergo paid training, prepare for obtaining their CDL Class B permit, and enjoy benefits like weekends off and generous PTO. Eligible applicants must be at least 25 years old, possess a valid TN Driver's License, and successfully complete required background checks.

Benefits

Paid Training

Generous PTO policy

Assigned vehicle

Qualifications

• Obtain a CDL Permit before the start date.
• Hold a valid TN Driver's License.
• Be at least 25 years old.

Responsibilities

• Complete CDL School training and obtain necessary endorsements.
• Attend classes Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Pass written tests for General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements.

Skills

English proficiency

Driving skills

Safety awareness

Job description

Gray Line Tennessee is Nashville's leader in transportation, with over 200 vehicles and nearly 400 employees dedicated to providing safe, authentic, and professional services. We operate five distinct businesses, all focused on safety, quality, and customer service.

Paid Training

CDL School is available for individuals looking to start a new career with Gray Line Tennessee in our School Bus and RTA Division.

Classes start every other week, scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

We prepare candidates to obtain their CDL Class B, with Air Brake, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements. All candidates must obtain their permit by passing the written tests for General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Passenger, and School Bus endorsements prior to attending CDL School.

After passing all written tests, you will receive a Commercial Driver Permit, enabling you to operate a motorcoach during training and prepare for your CDL Skills Test.

Benefits of being a School Bus Driver include:

• Weekends off (additional weekend shifts available in other departments for extra income)
• Day Gap (to attend personal appointments or pick up extra shifts in other departments)
• Paid Training
• Generous PTO policy — accrue 112 hours in the first year
• Assigned vehicle

Gray Line Tennessee CDL School Eligibility & Requirements

• Complete Gray Line TN application process, including MVR, background check, and drug screen
• Obtain your permit with endorsements prior to Orientation
• Be hired as a full-time driver and remain so for at least 1 year
• Be compensated $20 per hour during training
• Prepare for class each day by completing assigned reading and homework
• Gray Line TN covers the cost of your third-party Skills Test; retesting costs are your responsibility if needed
• If you do not pass after two attempts, you will be removed from the program
• Failure to remain employed as a full-time driver for at least 1 year will require repayment of training costs up to $2000

CDL Driver School Qualifications

Applicants Must:

• Obtain a CDL Permit before the start date
• Hold a valid TN Driver's License
• Be at least 25 years old
• Understand, speak, and read English
• Have no more than one moving violation in the past three years
• Have no DWI or DUI convictions
• Pass a substance abuse and alcohol screening
• Pass state and federal criminal background checks
• Disclose any relevant record within the last 3 years