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North-America-Central-School-Bus

O’Fallon (MO)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 33,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus
Weekly pay
Paid training
Flexible schedule
401(k) plan
Attendance bonus
Paid holidays
Summer opportunities
Ride-along program

Job summary

North America Central School Bus is hiring School Bus Drivers to safely transport students to and from school. No CDL or prior experience necessary; paid training and ongoing support are provided. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no nights or weekends, and opportunities for year-round work.

You will greet riders, navigate routes safely, and ensure timely arrivals while making a meaningful community impact. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

  • 21+ years old.
  • Valid driver's license (minimum 3 years).
  • Pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.

Responsibilities

  • Greet riders with a smile.
  • Safely navigate your route while ensuring students arrive on time.
  • Make a real impact in your community—one ride at a time.

Job description

The Bus Is Here! And in the future, not too far from now, you could be behind the wheel, safely driving our students to and from school. If you're caring, dependable, and ready for a fulfilling role, we WANT you on the Illinois Central team!

No experience? No CDL? No worries! We provide paid training and ongoing support for the heroes of our community— our School Bus Drivers.

WHY PEOPLE LOVE DRIVING WITH US
  • $22.88 - $22.89/hr. depending on experienc e
  • Weekly pay + paid training
  • Up to a $3,000 sign-on bonus
  • Flexible schedule- No nights or weekends!
  • Minimum 4 hours daily during the school year (typically 20hrs per week)
  • Optional year-round opportunities (summer school, trips, charters)
  • Dependent child ride along program. Save on daycare and bring your child along with you (ages 2 and up*)
  • 401(K) plan with company match*
  • Weekly perfect attendance bonus pay
  • Paid holidays!
WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Greet riders with a smile
  • Safely navigate your route while ensuring students arrive on time
  • Make a real impact in your community- one ride at a time
REQUIREMENTS
  • 21+ years old
  • Valid driver's license (minimum 3 years)
  • Pass a background check, drug screen, and physical

If you're looking for a career that will give you a strong sense of pride and purpose, this is the job for you. Getting over 1,000,000 children safely to and from school every day is one of the most important jobs you will ever have. Come work for North America Central where your skills are valued, and your contribution appreciated.

* Conditions apply

SEE WHAT DRIVES US

Watch this short video to learn what motivates our team and fuels the work we do every day.

https://youtu.be/wHln7SgQoAI

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