School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

National Express; Illinois; On-site; USD 19,286 - 39,950; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit

Paid CDL training

Flexible part-time schedule

Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision

Job summary

A leading transportation provider is seeking part-time School Bus Drivers in Aurora, IL. This role offers paid CDL training, flexible hours, and no night shifts. Responsibilities include safely transporting students and performing vehicle inspections. Applicants must have a valid driver’s license, be at least 21 years old, and pass a DOT drug screen. Join this community-focused company and enjoy competitive pay, bonuses, and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have held a driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Minimum age: 21.

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

Safety-first attitude

Reliable attendance

Customer service

Education

Valid driver’s license

Clean driving record

Job description

Overview

Job Description - School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided (252092)

School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training

Immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Aurora, IL. Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day.

Looking for a flexible, rewarding job close to home? Durham School Services is now hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Aurora, 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.

Bring a friend—apply together, interview on the spot, and start your new school bus driver career today!

Why Join Durham School Services?

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
• Paid CDL training – We’ll help you get your permit + pay you to train!
• Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)
• 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?

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds:

• New to commercial driving – we provide paid 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
• 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, 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

At Durham School Services, safety, reliability, and community are at the heart of what we do. Every day, our professional drivers safely transport students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities while enjoying flexible, rewarding careers with industry-leading training and benefits.

Company name is : Durham School Services

Pay for routed drivers is $29 per hour
Paid Training at $14.00
Bonuses- $2000 paid in 4 installments
Employees are eligible for Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)

Additional Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age; for Tennessee School Bus Drivers, must be at least 25 years of age per state law.
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, all valid applicable state license and other required certifications to operate company vehicles.
• Must meet physical and medical requirements and pass substance abuse screening; as a safety-sensitive employee, will be subject to random substance abuse screening under Company policy.
• Must satisfactorily complete and pass all training.
• Must practice defensive driving at all times and avoid vehicular and industrial accidents by practicing safe driving and work habits.
• Compliance with all applicable federal, state, county, district, and contract specific Driver requirements.

National Express 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. National Express is committed to promoting the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.

At National Express 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 (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

National Express LLC’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer

Location

Aurora, IL

1019 Jericho Road C/O DURHAM 3073

Aurora 60506

Job

Driver US Bus

Organization

United States Bus

Schedule

Part-time

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

Regular

Travel

No

Job Posting

Aug 15, 2025, 5:23:32 PM

National Express LLC | 2601 Navistar Drive Lisle, IL 60532