School Bus Driver –CDL Training Provided (Elk Grove Village, IL)

Durham School Services

Elmhurst (IL)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 62,000

Full time

14 days+

Application generator

A complete application in a minute — tailored resume and cover letter, ready to send.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Paid CDL training

Flexible split shifts

Medical and dental insurance

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Durham School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers in Elmhurst, IL, offering competitive pay at $26.00 per hour plus a hiring bonus. Responsibilities include safely transporting students, completing vehicle inspections, and maintaining clean bus environments. The ideal candidates should have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, and a safety-first attitude. We provide CDL training and promote a work-life balance with no night or weekend shifts. Join a diverse team committed to supporting students in your community.

Qualifications

Valid driver’s license and at least 3 years of driving experience.
Must pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
Minimum age: 21 years.

Responsibilities

Safely operate a school bus on assigned local routes.
Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

Clean driving record

Safety-first attitude

Reliable attendance

Job description

Job Description

Introduction

Looking for a job that fits your life and makes a difference? Summit School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers and offering CDL training, no nights or weekends, and reliable split‑hour schedules that work around your day. Whether you’re starting fresh, returning to the workforce, or bringing a friend along — this is a great opportunity to earn steady pay close to home while supporting students in your community.

Pay and Benefits

Pay: $26.00 per hour
Hiring Bonus: $2,500 for fully credentialed drivers, $1,000 for non‑CDL drivers
Guaranteed hours: 20 per week
Flexible split shifts (morning & afternoon)
No nights, weekends, or holidays – perfect work‑life balance
Seasonal employment option with summers off
Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, holiday pay, PTO accrual, and retirement savings plan (401(k) options vary by location)
Paid CDL training (initial permit and completion)
Employees eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)

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 required to start)
Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years (5 years if applying in Tennessee)
Minimum age: 21 (25 in Tennessee)
Must have had a DOT‑regulated driving role in the past 3 years (verify employment)
Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check
Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use)
Reliable attendance & safety‑first attitude

Ideal Candidate

New to commercial driving – we provide CDL training
Experienced drivers (CDL‑A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit)
Veterans & 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 & mechanics

Policies and Safety

Summit School Services has a zero‑tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with its values, including sexual exploitation, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. The company is committed to protecting and safeguarding all children and passengers.

Employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan and are eligible for various benefits as described above.

Our goal is to be a diverse workforce representative of the communities we serve. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by law. Summit School Services LLC’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer.