School Bus Driver/CDL Driver

Compass Transportation; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Paid holidays

Safety trainings

Job summary

Compass Transportation in Gary, IN is hiring School Bus Drivers for our Gary routes. Join a growing team and help transport students safely to and from school on designated AM/PM routes.

We offer a $1000 signing bonus for CDL class B drivers with school bus endorsement, paid holidays, and competitive pay. Bring your MVR to the interview and start a rewarding career in student transportation.

Qualifications

• Requires a clean background and ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must hold Class A or B CDL license.
• Willingness to work morning and afternoon shifts.
• Available for 25–40 hours per week depending on routes.
• Willing to work on charter trips as needed.
• Bring a copy of MVR to interview.

Responsibilities

• Safely transport students to and from school on designated routes.
• Follow traffic laws and company rules.
• Keep students safe and comfortable during the ride.
• Maintain assigned AM & PM routes and schedules.
• Check bus before and after trips for proper operation.
• Keep the bus clean and tidy inside.
• Speak professionally with students, parents and school staff.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.

Skills

Clean background

Background check & drug screening

Morning & afternoon shifts

Charter trips availability

MVR copy at interview

Tools

CDL Class A/B License

Job description

Compass Transportation is experiencing rapid growth and is currently seeking School Bus Drivers for our open Gary, Indiana routes. We are looking for dependable CDL drivers already to join our team immediately.

Join the Compass Transportation team today and start your journey toward a rewarding career in student transportation.

Responsibilities and Duties:

As a School Bus Driver, you will be responsible for safely transporting students to and from school, following a designated route and schedule. Your primary duties and responsibilities will include:

• Drive the school bus safely following traffic laws and company rules.

• Keep students safe and comfortable during the ride.

• Stick to assigned AM & PM routes and schedules for pickups and drop-offs.

• Check the bus before and after each trip to make sure it's working well.

• Keep the bus clean and tidy inside.

• Speak professionally with students, parents, and school staff.

• Handle any concerns with student behavior calmly and politely.

• Go to required training and meetings.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Clean background

• Ability to pass background check and drug screening

• Class A or B CDL License

• Willingness to work morning and afternoon shifts as assigned

• Available to work a minimum of 25 hours per week, up to 40 hours depending on route assignments

• Willing to work on charter trips as needed

• Please bring a copy of your MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) to the interview

Benefits:

• $1000 Signing Bonus for CDL class B drivers with school bus endorsement

• Paid holidays included

• Competitive pay rates for both routes and charters

• Experienced drivers receive a higher starting hourly rate

• Safety Trainings

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