School Bus Driver - Odenton, MD - No Exp Needed - We Train

National Express; Odenton (MD); On-site; USD 36,300 - 51,700; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Flexible part-time schedule

Guaranteed minimum hours

Supportive work environment

Job summary

National Express in Odenton, MD, is seeking School Bus Drivers. This role offers flexible hours, with no nights or weekends, and includes comprehensive training.

As a School Bus Driver, you'll safely transport students on assigned routes and follow all safety rules. The position includes competitive pay at $31.94/hour along with various benefits, including medical insurance and retirement savings plans. A CDL is not required to start, making it accessible for those new to commercial driving.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Held a driver’s license for at least 3 years.
• 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

Safe driving

Customer service

Communication

Job description

School Bus Driver – Odenton, MD – No Experience Needed, We Train

Durham School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Odenton, MD. Training is provided, with 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 Odenton, MD. 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 Durham School Services?

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
• Help with obtaining a permit and training for a CDL
• Flexible part‑time schedule with split shifts (morning and 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, and 401(k) – plan details vary by location
• Potential sign‑on, attendance, or referral bonuses (ask for details)
• Supportive, family‑oriented work environment where safety is the #1 priority

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver?

• New to commercial driving
• Experienced drivers: CDL‑A/B, delivery, shuttle, transit
• Veterans and 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, and 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

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; CDL not required to start
• Held a driver’s license for at least 3 years
• Verification needed for any DOT‑regulated driving role in the past 3 years
• Pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check
• Compliance with DOT regulations – marijuana is prohibited, even for medical use
• Reliable attendance and a safety‑first attitude

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
• Holiday pay and PTO accrual
• Retirement savings plan availability

Commitment to Safety and Child Protection – Summit (Durham) School Services 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. The company promotes the protection and safeguarding of all children and passengers.

Equal Employment Opportunity – 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 and 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 Rate: $31.94/hour; $2,500 CDL bonus.