School Bus Driver

DS Bus Lines; Piper (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training – no experience

Safety & attendance bonus

Medical

Fixed-Payment Indemnity

Dental Vision

Holiday pay

Job summary

DS Bus Lines Inc. is seeking part-time School Bus Drivers to transport students safely and on time from pickup to school and back. Responsibilities include pre-trip inspections, child checks, and maintaining DOT compliance.

The role offers a flexible weekday schedule with summers off, paid CDL training, and a supportive team environment. Ideal for retirees, stay-at-home parents, or anyone seeking daytime work.

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

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.

Employer of choice! Voted best company to work for by US News & World Report for 2025-2026. Now Hiring Part-Time School Bus Drivers! Location: Piper, KS Schedule: Part-time, flexible weekday schedule with summers off Compensation: Paid CDL training – no experience necessary. Starting pay $25.75/hour.

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 Available:

• Training $11.50
• Safety & attendance bonus
• Medical
• Fixed-Payment Indemnity
• Dental Vision
• Accident Plan
• Critical Illness
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Plan
• Voluntary Life/AD&D Plan
• Holiday pay

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

DS Bus Lines, INC. (part of Beacon Mobility) is values-based school bus and employee shuttle contract services company. We have over 30 years’ experience in student transportation services. Family, Safety, Service, and Respect are the core values that govern our work environment and enrich our support within each community we work. Children are precious cargo and require the very best talent to manage and safeguard their daily travel to and from school.

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