School Bus Driver - Albany - No Exp Needed - We Train

Durham School Services; City of Albany (NY); Hybrid; USD 33,048 - 38,614; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible part-time schedule

Seasonal employment option

Job summary

Durham School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers in Albany, NY, offering training for those new to commercial driving. Enjoy flexible hours with no nights or weekends, ensuring a work-life balance while making a difference daily.

The position pays starting at $28.03 per hour with a $4,000 sign-on bonus for fully licensed drivers, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required; no CDL needed to start.
• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Minimum age: 21.
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on assigned local routes.
• Transport students to and from school, sports, and events.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain a clean, safe bus environment.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Safe driving record

Reliable attendance

Safety-first attitude

Job description

School Bus Driver: No Experience Needed, We Train

Durham School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Albany, NY. Training is provided, with flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day.

Walk-In Interviews

No appointment needed. No experience required. Just walk in, and bring a friend. Walk‑In Hours: Tuesdays, 9am‑12:30pm. Location: 440 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12204.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay: $28.03/hr (BPS). Bus Drivers (CPS): $26.77/hr. Minivan drivers: $23.99/hr.
• Sign‑On Bonus: $4,000 for fully licensed CDL BPS drivers.
• Guaranteed Hours: 25 per week.
• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit.
• Training provided, we help you get your permit and train for your CDL.
• Flexible part‑time schedule with split shifts, morning and afternoon.
• No nights, weekends, or holidays.
• Seasonal employment option with summers off.
• Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement savings plan.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on assigned local routes.
• Transport students to and from school, sports, and events.
• Perform pre‑trip and post‑trip vehicle inspections.
• Maintain a clean, safe bus environment.
• Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff.
• Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; no CDL needed to start.
• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Minimum age: 21.
• If you’ve held a DOT‑regulated driving role in the past 3 years, we must be able to verify that employment per DOT guidelines.
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Compliance with DOT regulations; marijuana is prohibited, even for medical use.
• Reliable attendance and a safety‑first attitude.

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver?

• New to commercial driving, we provide training.
• Experienced drivers, CDL‑A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit.
• Veterans and military service members.
• Parents, retirees, and those seeking part‑time or split‑shift work.
• Customer service, retail, hospitality, camp counselors, coaches, school support staff, medical transport drivers, nursing home drivers, patient transfer specialists, trades, and mechanics.

EEO Statement

At Durham School Services we are an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

About Durham School Services

Durham School Services provides safe, reliable and community‑focused transportation. Every day, our professional drivers safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities, while enjoying flexible, rewarding careers with industry‑leading training and benefits.