School Bus Driver - Waterford, NY – CDL Training Provided

Durham School Services; Town of Waterford (NY); On-site; USD 22,138 - 38,228; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid CDL training

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

Durham School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers in Waterford, NY, offering competitive pay at $27.75/hr and flexible part-time schedules. Training for CDL is provided, making it accessible for newcomers.

This role involves safely transporting students and performing vehicle inspections. The company emphasizes a family-oriented atmosphere and ensures employee safety and satisfaction. Join a supportive team and contribute positively to the community.

Qualifications

• Clean driving record required with at least 3 years of driving experience.
• Must pass DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Experience in a DOT-regulated driving role preferred.

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

Communication skills

Reliability

Education

Valid driver’s license

Minimum age: 21

Job description

School Bus Driver – CDL Training Provided

Durham School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Waterford, NY 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

• Monday‑Wednesday, 9:00am-11:30am
• Pay: $27.75/hr
• Training Pay: $16.07/hr
• Sign‑On Bonus: Up to $2,500 for fully licensed CDL BPS drivers (paid in installments)
• Guaranteed Hours: 20 hours per week
• Location: 1 Industry Drive, Waterford, NY

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

Why Join Durham School Services?

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
• Paid CDL training. We’ll help you get your permit and train for your CDL
• Flexible part‑time schedule with split shifts (morning and 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, life insurance, PTO accrual, and a retirement savings plan
• 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

We Welcome Applicants From All Backgrounds

• New to commercial driving – we provide CDL training
• 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

Who Makes a Great School Bus Driver?

• New to commercial driving – we provide CDL training
• 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
• 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
• Minimum age: 21
• 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 is prohibited, even for medical use
• Reliable attendance and a safety‑first attitude

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage
• Holiday pay and PTO accrual
• Retirement savings plan enrollment
• Zero‑tolerance policy on conduct incompatible with company policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination; commitment to protecting and safeguarding all children and passengers
• Diverse workforce representative of the communities served; employment decisions based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications with no regard to protected characteristics

Durham School Services is an equal employment opportunity employer. The pay rate range, along with the other terms and conditions of employment, may vary between different sites, geographical markets, customer/contractual terms and positions.