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

Durham School Services; Pana (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Flexible part-time schedule

Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k)

Hiring bonuses

Job summary

A school transportation company is seeking part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Pana, IL, offering flexible hours, paid CDL training, and no nights or weekends. Applicants must have a valid driver's license and clean record, with a minimum age of 21. The role includes safely operating a school bus and maintaining a secure environment for students. Competitive pay of $24-$26/hr and a hiring bonus of up to $4,000 are available.

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).
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Reliable attendance and safety-first attitude.

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 safety rules.

Job description

Overview

Durham School Services is now hiring part-time and seasonal School Bus Drivers in Taylorville, IL. Paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and a chance to make a difference every day. Walk-in interviews available.

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

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

Benefits & Pay (typical)

• Pay: $24.00-$26.00/hr
• Hiring Bonus: $4,000 for fully credentialed drivers and $1,500 non-credentialed drivers
• Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week / 4 hours per day
• Paid CDL training – We’ll help you get your permit + pay you to train
• Flexible part-time schedule with split shifts (morning & afternoon)
• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Seasonal employment option with summers off
• Access to benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) (plan details vary by location)
• Sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses – details vary by location

About Durham School Services

Safety, reliability, and community are at the heart of our work. We transport students to and from school, field trips, and extracurricular activities while offering flexible, rewarding careers with industry-leading training and benefits.