School Bus Driver in Training - No exp needed (Harvard, IL)

Summit School Services • Hebron, IL

110d • Onsite

About The Position

Durham School Services is immediately hiring School Bus Drivers in Harvard, IL. This role offers paid CDL training, flexible hours, no nights or weekends, and the opportunity to make a difference in the community. We are looking for a flexible, rewarding job close to home. 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. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including those new to commercial driving, experienced drivers, veterans, parents, retirees, and those seeking part-time or split-shift work. We also welcome individuals with experience in customer service, retail, hospitality, camp counseling, coaching, school support staff, medical transport, nursing home driving, patient transfer, trades, and mechanics.

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
• 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 prohibited, even for medical use)
• Reliable attendance & safety-first attitude

Nice To Haves

• 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

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with weekly direct deposit
• 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 – perfect work-life balance
• Seasonal employment option with summers off
• Guaranteed minimum hours with opportunities for extra routes and field trips
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage
• Holiday pay
• PTO accrual
• Retirement savings plan (401(k))
• Illinois Paid Leave for All Workers Act (PLAWA)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed