School Bus Driver

Gobeacon; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off

Referral program

Vision insurance

Vacation pay

Attendance bonus

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Beacon Mobility is hiring part-time School Bus Drivers in Decatur, IL. No experience required; paid CDL training provided. Starting pay is $24.00 per hour with a $3,000 sign-on bonus for fully credentialed candidates holding a CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement.

Enjoy a flexible weekday schedule with summers off and a supportive team environment. This role focuses on safety, reliability, and timely student transport, with opportunities to grow in a community-oriented company.

Qualifications

• CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement is required.
• Candidates must be able to pass DOT regulations and pre-trip inspections.
• Friendly, dependable handling of students and families.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school and activities.
• Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain cleanliness and proper fuel levels on buses.
• Use navigation tools to plan efficient routes.
• Interact professionally with students, parents, and staff.

Skills

Patience

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement

Job description

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 dedicatedSchool Bus Driversand 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:

• Retireeslooking for supplemental income
• Stay-at-home parentsseeking daytime work
• Health care workerslooking for a change
• Veteranstransitioning 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

ASchool Bus Driveris 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

**Military encouraged to apply**

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.