Part-Time School Bus Driver

Transport LLC; Oak Grove (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Family‑first culture

Make a difference in community

Paid CDL training and testing

Bonuses for safety and attendance

Job summary

DS Bus Lines Inc. in Oak Grove, Missouri is hiring part-time school bus drivers to join our local team. The role offers a split AM/PM schedule with opportunities for midday routes and activity runs, plus a sign-on program for credentialed and new drivers.

Starting pay ranges from $20.60 to $25.75 per hour, with paid CDL training and classroom prep to help you obtain your license. We offer a flexible, part-time schedule, a family‑oriented culture, and a focus on community service.

Qualifications

• No prior CDL required; paid training provided.

Job description

DS Bus Lines Inc.

Now Hiring Part‑Time School Bus Drivers in Oak Grove, Missouri

• $3,000 Sign on Bonus for credentialed drivers!
• $1,500 Sign on Bonus for new drivers!

Voted one of the Best Companies to Work For (2025-2026) by U.S. News & World Report.

Job Details

• Location: Oak Grove, MO
• Schedule: Split shift (AM + PM required); opportunities for midday and activity runs
• Perks: No nights, weekends, or holidays; summers off!
• Starting Pay: $20.60-$25.75 per hour
• Paid CDL Training: No experience required-we guide you every step of the way.

Walk‑In Interviews

Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-2:00 PM

No CDL? Our "Fast-Track to Permit" Program

• Permit Prep: We provide 8 hours of dedicated classroom prep to ensure you are ready for the DMV written exam.
• Costs Covered: We pay your DMV permit fees.
• Medical & Drug Screen: Once you have your permit, we cover the costs of your DOT physical and drug screen.

Why Drive With Us?

• Flexible, part‑time schedules
• Supportive, family‑first culture
• Make a real difference in your local community
• Paid CDL training and testing
• Strong safety and attendance bonuses

This Job Is Perfect For:

• Retirees seeking supplemental income
• Stay‑at‑home parents * Veterans transitioning to civilian careers
• Healthcare, retail, or hospitality workers seeking a better work-life balance

Benefits

• Paid CDL training ($15.45/hr during training)
• Safety & attendance bonuses
• Medical fixed‑payment indemnity
• Dental & vision
• Accident & critical illness coverage
• Voluntary life/AD&D
• Select holiday pay
• Military encouraged to apply

Bonus Details

The Permit Bonus: To support our new drivers, we offer a $250 Permit Bonus paid during your first week as an employee after successfully obtaining our commercial learner's permit.

The Sign-On Bonus: Eligibility: Must work both AM and PM routes and remain in good standing.

• Fully Credentialed CDL Drivers ($3,000): * $1,000 after 90 days / $750 after 180 days / $750 after 270 days
• Non‑CDL Candidates ($1,500): * $500 after 90 days / $500 after 180 days / $500 after 270 days

DS Bus Lines, INC. (part of Beacon Mobility) is a values-based company with over 30 years of experience.

Family, Safety, Service, and Respect are our core values.

Join us in safeguarding our community's most precious cargo!

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.