Charter & Activity Bus Driver – Flexible Events & Trips

DS Bus Lines; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) options

Dental

Vision

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Paid CDL Training

Job summary

DS Bus Lines is seeking a Charter & Activity Bus Driver in Columbia, MO to transport students and participants to events with a flexible schedule. You will perform pre-trip inspections, ensure safety, and provide professional customer service.

This part-time role offers competitive pay at $24.25 per hour plus benefits, paid CDL training, and opportunities for growth within Beacon Mobility's family of transportation companies.

Qualifications

• Must have CDL B with S & P endorsements or willingness to be trained
• Clean driving record with ability to pass background check/drug screen
• Flexible schedule and adaptability for last-minute changes

Responsibilities

• Event Transportation: Safely transport passengers to field trips and sporting events.
• Route Autonomy: Use navigation apps to research and plan routes based on traffic and weather.
• Vehicle Care: Perform pre/post-trip inspections and ensure bus is fueled and ready for next trip.
• Passenger Engagement: Provide professional, top-tier customer service to students, coaches, and clients.

Job description

DS Bus Lines Inc. A Driver is responsible for transporting clients from their pickup point to their destination in a timely and safe manner. Using a vehicle to successfully transport people, performing pre-trip inspections, performing child checks post-route, and keeping their vehicle within DOT regulations are the most important tasks of the driver.

Job Description Location: Columbia, MO | Pay: $24.25 / Hour | Job Type: Part-Time / Flexible

Role Summary

Freedom Beyond the Route Are you looking for a driving role that doesn't feel like a "grind"? DS Bus Lines is hiring a Charter & Activity Bus Driver in Columbia, MO. This position is designed for drivers who want a flexible, non-traditional schedule transporting passengers to sporting events, field trips, and special activities. If you prefer variety over a fixed morning/afternoon route and want to earn $24.25/hour, this is the perfect opportunity for retirees, veterans, or CDL holders seeking supplemental income.

What's In It For You?

High Hourly Pay: Starting at $24.25/hr. Flexible Scheduling: We work around your availability. Ideal for those who don't want guaranteed daily hours. Paid CDL Training: Don't have your CDL B with S & P endorsements yet? We'll pay you to get them.

• Benefits: 401(k) options, Dental, Vision, and Company-Paid Life Insurance.
• Performance Perks: Monthly Safety Bonuses and Teamsters CBA membership.

What You'll Be Doing As a Charter and Activity specialist, your day-to-day changes constantly.

You aren't just a driver; you are an essential part of the community's biggest events.

• Event Transportation: Safely transport passengers to field trips and sporting events.
• Route Autonomy: Use navigation apps to research and plan the best routes based on traffic and weather.
• Vehicle Care: Perform pre/post-trip inspections and ensure your bus is fueled and ready for the next adventure.
• Passenger Engagement: Provide professional, top-tier customer service to students, coaches, and clients.

Qualifications (The "Must-Haves")

• Age: 21+ with a valid driver's license for 3+ consecutive years.
• License: CDL B with S & P endorsements (or the willingness to let us train you!).
• Background: Clean driving record (no suspensions) and ability to pass a background check/drug screen.
• Mindset: Must be comfortable with a variable schedule and last-minute changes - flexibility is the heart of this role.

Beacon Mobility is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Beacon Mobility makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

DS Bus Lines is a family-oriented company that focuses on our core values of family, respect, service, and safety. We understand how important of a responsibility transporting children is and we take that role very seriously. We strive to create mutual respect and trust with school districts so that we can work together to provide the best possible service for students and parents.

Why Beacon Mobility

We are a family of transportation companies across 25 states, providing Mobility Without Limits. Our focus to show that every ride matters by helping people live, learn, and achieve every day.

Who we are

• Safe, reliable transportation for 100 Years
• Customized mobility solutions
• Serving students, patients, and 1,500+ communities
• Nearly 20,000 employees strong

What we do best

• People First
• Safety Always
• School Bus & Special Education
• Paratransit
• Non-Emergency Medical
• Alternative Student Transportation

Why it matters

• Transportation creates opportunity
• Mobility builds independence
• Every Ride Matters