School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

Durham School Services; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 31,561 - 44,950; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Durham School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers in Ketchikan, Alaska, offering CDL training with no nights or weekends. Responsibilities include safely operating the bus, transporting students, and ensuring a clean environment. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and a safety-first attitude. The position offers a pay rate of $27.77/hour, benefits, and a $3,000 hiring bonus for fully credentialed drivers. Walk-in interviews are available from Tuesday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Minimum age of 21, with 3 years of driving experience.
• 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

School Bus Driver – CDL Training Provided

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.

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

Walk‑In Interviews

Tuesday – Friday: 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM

Compensation & Working Hours

• Pay: $27.77/Hour + benefits + hiring bonus – $3,000 bonus for fully credentialed drivers only.
• Guaranteed Hours: 5 hours per day.
• Location: 1112 First Street, Jefferson Hills, PA 15025.

No appointment needed. No experience required. Just walk in and bring a friend!

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 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, and 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 and a safety‑first attitude.

At Summit School Services, safety, reliability, and community are at the heart of what we do. We are committed to protecting and safeguarding all children and passengers. We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Employees may also enroll in a retirement savings plan.

We strive 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 or veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Summit School Services LLC’s independent subsidiaries and affiliates are an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer. Pay rates and other terms vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/contractual terms, and positions.