School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

National Express; Grayslake (IL); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Flexible, seasonal schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

A trusted transportation provider is hiring School Bus Drivers in Grayslake, IL. This role offers no experience needed, with paid CDL training and flexible part-time hours. Responsibilities include safely operating a school bus and ensuring student safety during transportation. Ideal candidates should possess a reliable attendance record, pass necessary screenings, and have a safety-first attitude. Join a family-oriented environment dedicated to safety and community service.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record is essential.
• Minimum age requirement is 21 years.
• Must 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.

Skills

Reliability

Customer service

Safety-first attitude

Job description

Overview

Job Description - School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided (252658). School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided - (252658). School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training. Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Grayslake, IL. Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day. Durham School Services is now hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Grayslake, IL. This is your chance to join a trusted, safety-focused transportation provider where your work makes a real difference for students, families, and the community.

Why join: competitive pay, paid CDL training, flexible part-time schedule with split shifts, seasonal option, guaranteed minimum hours, and access to benefits. A supportive, family-oriented work environment with safety as a top priority.

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
• Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff
• Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety rules

Requirements

• 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, employment verification may be required 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

Qualifications & Certifications

• New to commercial driving – paid 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

Location

• Primary Location: United States-Illinois-Grayslake-Grayslake, IL
• Work Locations: Grayslake, IL, 211 S Route 83 C/O DURHAM 4010, Grayslake 60030

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay rate for routed drivers is $30 per hour
• Paid training at $30 per hour
• Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) eligibility
• Part-time schedule with guaranteed hours and split shifts (morning & afternoon)
• Flexible, seasonal employment option with summers off
• Benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) (plan details vary by location); sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses may be offered – ask for details

About the Employer

Durham School Services is a safety-focused transportation provider dedicated to delivering reliable student transportation and a supportive work environment where safety is the #1 priority.

Compliance & Policies

• National Express has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that conflicts with its policies and values, including harassment and discrimination. All employment decisions follow applicable law and company policy.
• National Express LLC’s subsidiaries and affiliates are equal employment opportunity (EEO) employers.