School Bus Driver - Millington, TN - No Exp Needed - We Train

Durham School Services; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 3,050,419 - 4,344,537; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Sign-on bonus of $2,000

Flexible hours

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Summit School Services is looking for School Bus Drivers in Millington, Tennessee. The role offers CDL training and flexible part-time schedules with no nights or weekends. Responsibilities include transporting students and ensuring safety on local routes. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Benefits include competitive pay, guaranteed hours, and opportunities for bonuses. Join a supportive work environment dedicated to safety.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• 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

Customer service

Safe driving

Communication

Job description

School Bus Driver – CDL Training Provided

Summit School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers and offering CDL training. The positions feature no nights or weekends, and reliable split‑hour schedules that fit 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 & Hours

Pay: $26.84 per hour

Guaranteed hours: 25 per week (split shifts morning & afternoon) with opportunities for extra routes and field trips.

Schedule: Flexible part‑time split shifts, no nights, weekends, or holidays.

Location: 7563 S Guy Road, Arlington, Tennessee.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with direct deposit and weekly/daily pay available in some locations.
• Paid CDL training – receive a CDL permit and pay to complete the training to obtain a license.
• Seasonal employment option with summers off.
• Guaranteed minimum hours with opportunity for extra routes and field trips.
• Access to benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) (plan details vary by location).
• Sign‑on bonus of $2,000. Additionally, eligible locations may offer attendance or referral bonuses.
• Supportive, family‑oriented work environment where safety is the top priority.

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver

• New to commercial driving – CDL training provided.
• 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 required to start).
• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years (5 years in Tennessee).
• Minimum age: 21 (25 in Tennessee). If you’ve held a DOT‑regulated driving role in the past 3 years, employment must be verifiable per DOT guidelines.
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited, even for medical use).
• Reliable attendance and safety‑first attitude.

How to Apply

Walk‑in interviews are available Wednesday–Friday, 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. No appointment is needed. Bring a friend if desired.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Summit School Services is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers. We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, holiday pay, and PTO. All employees may enroll in a retirement savings plan. Our workforce is diverse and inclusive, and 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, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Summit School Services Ltd.’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.