School Bus Driver

Beacon Mobility; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Attendance bonus

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is hiring part-time school bus drivers in Decatur, IL. This role offers a flexible weekday schedule with summers off and includes paid CDL training for candidates with no experience.

Starting pay is $24.00 per hour with a $3,000 sign-on bonus for fully credentialed CDL holders with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement. Responsibilities include safely transporting students, performing inspections, and ensuring on-time arrivals while complying with DOT regulations.

Qualifications

• CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement is required.
• Part-time weekday schedule is available.
• Committed to completing paid CDL training.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain a clean, fueled, and well-maintained vehicle.
• Follow DOT regulations and safety procedures.
• Interact professionally with students, parents, and staff.

Education

CDL with Passenger & School Bus Endorsement

Job description

Alltown Bus Company

Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers!

Location: Decatur, IL
Schedule: Part-time, flexible weekday schedule with summers off
Compensation: Paid CDL training - no experience necessary. Starting pay $24.00/hour.

Offering $3,000 sign-on bonus for fully credentialed candidates that have a CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement.

Looking for a rewarding and flexible job? Join our team of dedicated School Bus Drivers and make a difference in your community!

Why Drive With Us?

• Part-time, flexible weekday schedule
• No nights, holidays, or weekends
• Summers off
• Paid CDL training - no experience necessary
• Supportive team environment

School Bus Drivers Are Perfect For:

• Retirees looking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parents seeking daytime work
• Health care workers looking for a change
• Veterans transitioning into civilian roles
• Anyone seeking a second career or flexible job

Thinking of Switching Careers?

We've seen great success from candidates with backgrounds in:

• Teacher aides, daycare workers, camp counselors
• Classroom assistants, school paraprofessionals
• Social workers, government employees
• Cashiers, retail associates, call center agents
• Hotel or hospitality staff

A School Bus Driver is responsible for transporting students safely and on time from their pickup point to school and back. This includes performing pre-trip inspections, ensuring child safety, and maintaining compliance with DOT regulations.

Benefits:

• Training $14.00
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance
• Vacation Pay
• Attendance bonus

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities
• Arrive at destinations on schedule
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections
• Conduct child checks after each route
• Use navigation tools to plan efficient routes
• Maintain a clean, fueled, and well-maintained vehicle
• Keep accurate mileage and maintenance records
• Interact with students, parents, and staff in a professional manner
• Perform other duties as assigned

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.

Alltown Bus Service and DHT Transportation have been providing school transportation and specialized coach and charter services in Detroit and throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs for over 27 years. Alltown operates a fleet of over 600 buses across six locations, three of which are located on Chicago’s north, west, and south sides.

The size and presence of Alltown and DHT in Detroit and across metro Chicago allows us to provide personal attention to our customers’ individual needs; our motto is "Service Is All We Have to Sell" and we take great pride in having earned the reputation of providing excellent customer service to all of our passengers and customers.