School Bus Driver - No Exp Needed - Training Provided

National Express • Aurora, IL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Summit School Services is hiring School Bus Drivers to transport students safely to and from school, sports, field trips, and other events on assigned local routes. No prior experience or CDL is required to start; paid CDL training is provided, including assistance obtaining an initial CDL permit and training to earn the required license.

The position offers a flexible, part-time schedule with morning and afternoon split shifts, no nights or weekends, and a guaranteed minimum of 20 hours per week. Seasonal employment with summers off is available. Extra routes and field trips may provide additional hours. The posting lists a pay rate of $30.90 per hour for the Aurora, Illinois location; pay and other employment terms may vary by site and market.

Safety, reliability, and service to the community are central to the role. Drivers must comply with applicable DOT and other safety rules. Summit School Services is committed to safeguarding children and passengers and maintains a zero-tolerance policy for conduct incompatible with its policies and values, including sexual exploitation and abuse, harassment, abuse of authority, and discrimination. The company also states that employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to protected characteristics.

Requirements

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record; a CDL is not needed to start.
• Must have held a driver's license for at least 3 years, or 5 years if applying in Tennessee or Washington.
• Minimum age of 21, or 25 in Tennessee.
• If the applicant held a DOT-regulated driving role in the past 3 years, that employment must be verifiable in accordance with DOT guidelines.
• Pass a DOT drug screen, physical, and background check.
• Comply with DOT regulations; marijuana is prohibited, including medical use.
• Reliable attendance and a 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 and safe bus environment.
• Communicate courteously with students, parents, and school staff.
• Follow federal, state, local, and company safety rules.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Basic life insurance coverage.
• Holiday pay.
• PTO accrual.
• Retirement savings plan; the posting also mentions 401(k), with plan details varying by location.
• Paid CDL training.
• Direct deposit; weekly or daily pay is available in some locations.
• Eligible locations may offer sign-on, attendance, or referral bonuses.
• Guaranteed minimum hours, with opportunities for extra routes and field trips.

What This Job Offers

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