School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided (Taylorville, IL)

Durham School Services; Assumption (IL); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Sign-on bonus

Flexible part-time schedule

Guaranteed hours

No nights or weekends

Job summary

Durham School Services in Taylorville, IL is hiring School Bus Drivers with paid CDL training and flexible part-time schedules. You will safely transport students on local routes and gain experience while earning hourly pay of $24.00–$26.00 with guaranteed hours.

We provide paid training to help you obtain your permit, weekly direct deposit, and a supportive, family‑oriented work environment. No nights, weekends or holidays, summers off for some roles, and opportunities for extra routes and

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Licensed for at least 3 years (5 years if applying in Tennessee).
• Must be 21+ (25+ in Tennessee).
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Compliance with DOT regulations (marijuana prohibited).
• Reliable attendance & safety-first attitude.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a school bus on 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.

Skills

Safe driving

Customer service

Reliable attendance

Tools

DOT drug screen

Job description

School Bus Driver – Paid CDL Training

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

Job Requirements

• Pay: $24.00-$26.00 per hour
• Hiring Bonus: $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers and $1,500 for non‑credentialed drivers
• Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week / 4 hours per day
• Location: Durham School Services, 407 S. Baughman Rd., Taylorville, IL 62568

Walk‑In Interviews

• Today: 9am‑12pm
• Next Week: Monday‑Friday 9am‑12pm

Why Join Durham School Services?

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
• Paid CDL training – we’ll help you get your permit and pay you to train
• 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 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
• 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

Company Information

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: Durham School Services

Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA) eligibility applies. Contact us for additional benefit details.