School Bus Driver in Training - No exp needed

Durham School Services; Harvard (IL); On-site; USD 27,276 - 38,848; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Hiring bonuses

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Durham School Services in Harvard, Illinois is looking for School Bus Drivers. The role offers paid CDL training with flexible part-time schedules (no nights or weekends), and a starting pay of $24.00 per hour. A hiring bonus of up to $4,000 may be available for fully credentialed drivers. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record. Join a supportive work environment dedicated to student safety and community service.

Qualifications

• Must have held a driver's license for at least 3 years.
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Minimum age: 21 (25 in Tennessee).

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.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

Education

Valid driver’s license

At least 3 years of driving experience

Job description

School Bus Driver – CDL Training Provided

Overview

Looking for a job that fits your life and makes a difference? Now’s the time. 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. Bring a friend — apply together, interview on the spot, and start your new school bus driver career today!

Walk‑In Interviews

• Next Week: Monday‑Friday 9am‑2pm
• Pay: $24.00 per hour. Hiring Bonus: $2,000 for non‑CDL drivers and $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers
• Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week / 4 hours per day
• Location: Durham School Services, 343 South Division St, #8, Harvard, IL 60033

Why Join Summit School Services

• Competitive hourly pay with direct deposit and weekly/daily pay available in some locations
• Paid CDL training – we’ll help you get your initial CDL permit and then pay you to complete the remainder of the CDL training to obtain your license!
• Flexible part‑time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)
• No nights, weekends, or holidays – perfect work‑life balance
• Seasonal employment option with summers off
• Guaranteed minimum hours with opportunities for extra routes and field trips
• Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) (plan details vary by location)
• Eligible locations may also offer sign‑on, attendance, or referral bonuses – ask us for details!
• A supportive, family‑oriented work environment where safety is our #1 priority

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver

• 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

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 (5 years if applying in Tennessee)
• Minimum age: 21 (25 in Tennessee). 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 prohibited, even for medical use)
• Reliable attendance & safety‑first attitude

EEO and Employment Information

Summit School Services LLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. The pay rate range, as well as most other terms and conditions of employment, vary between different sites, geographic markets, customer/contractual terms, and positions. At Summit School Services, our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is 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 (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer.

We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Employees may enroll in a retirement savings plan. Summit School Services has a zero‑tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.